Employment Solicitor

Job description

Service Care Legal are working with a respected Legal 500 firm in South East London is looking to appoint an experienced Employment Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE to join their established and growing Employment Department.

This firm is known for its collaborative, partner-led approach and strong internal support structure. The role will suit a technically sound and commercially-minded solicitor looking for a mix of contentious and non-contentious employment work, with excellent scope for professional development.

The Role

You will be working closely with partners and other senior solicitors on a broad range of matters. The firm acts for both employers and employees, giving you the opportunity to manage diverse and often high-quality instructions. Matters include:

• Employment Tribunal claims
• Settlement Agreements
• TUPE advice
• Drafting contracts and staff handbooks
• Disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Mediation and early conciliation
• Advising on HR policies and internal investigations
• You will be expected to handle your own caseload from instruction through to resolution, with access to support where needed, and to contribute to business development initiatives.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE in employment law
• Strong experience in both contentious and non-contentious work
• Confident handling Tribunal litigation independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working directly with clients and building long-term relationships
• A proactive, commercial mindset with an interest in developing your practice

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Orpington

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English