Discrimination Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE) | City of London | £40k-£50k | 2d/w in office

Job description

Discrimination Solicitor - NQ-2 PQE

Employment Team in Boutique Firm

£40,000-£50,000

City of London (Hybrid - 3 days from home, 2 days in office)

A strong boutique, well known for it's leading litigation work and national reach is looking for a confident Solicitor to join their employment practice focusing on discrimination matters. The team handles a mixture of legal aid (30%) and privately funded (70%) matters including harassment, unfair dismissal, constructive dismissal, and beach of contract, focusing on assisting individuals under the equalities act.

The firm gains a significant caseload via word of mouth, leading to a period of prolonged expansion. They are current is looking for a junior Solicitor with employment experience and (ideally) experience working with the LAA. They offer excellent flexibility including 3 days from home, great opportunities for advancement. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior lawyer who is looking for their next step up to a highly reputable firm!

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a caseload of claimant employments matters, focusing on discrimination cases, with supervision from senior Solicitors.
• Attend tribunals when necessary, assisting clients from initiation to conclusion.
• Support Senior team members on larger more complex matters.
• Deliver outstanding client service, with relationship building and a sound understanding of client requirements.
• Communicating with the LAA in regards to funding matters (30% of cases).
• Assist with the continued development of the firm.

Skills and Experience:

• UK qualified Employment Solicitor with 0 - 2 years PQE (other levels will be considered) from a reputable firm.
• A demonstrated track record and an enthusiasm for employment law and compassionate matters.
• Technically strong, with a good academic background.
• A passionate personality with an enthusiasm for personal development with strong interpersonal skills.

Desirable Skills (Non-essential)

• Experience working with the LAA on publicly funded matters.

This firm offers an excellent opportunity to join a city firm well known for their leading work. As renumeration, they offer a competitive salary excellent flexibility, and a benefits package available on request. They maintain a good work/life balance and high levels of support and training.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Kalan Thomas at kalan@lrlegal.co.uk or call for a confidential discussion on 0208 078 9231 (office hours) or 07517 456559 (out of office hours).

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

10-03-2026

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