Employment Lawyer

Your New Company

We’re delighted to be partnering with a leading UK Law Firm in their search for an ambitious Employment Solicitor, to join the ranks of their pre-eminent team in Belfast at Associate level.

The Employment team is one of the leading employment law practices in the UK and consistently top ranked by independent legal directories. They provide unrivalled service supporting clients, including many of the world’s leading businesses, on their HR, employment and immigration law needs domestically and internationally.

Your New Role

As the employment solicitor, you will handle a mix of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters, and deal with a wide range of clients. There is also an international element to the team’s work,

In Belfast, the employment team consists of two Partners, one Consultant Partner, two Managing Associates, one Senior Associate and 3 Associates, a trainee, 3 paralegals, as well as a Managing Practice Development Lawyer and support team.

What You Need To Succeed

As the Employment Solicitor, you will be a qualified solicitor in Northern Ireland, England and Wales or the Republic of Ireland.

You will be NQ-4 years’ PQE and gained the benefit of training and development in a well-respected employment team.

You must have comprehensive employment law knowledge, a strong analytical ability, and a clear communication style (both spoken and written). A commercial approach to client service is essential, and you must enjoy doing business development and, above all, must be a team player.

What You'll Receive In Return

As the Employment Solicitor, you will receive;

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Exposure to high-profile matters and clients.
• The Employment team’s training programme includes seminars and workshops given by external speakers and by the firm’s internal experts.
• Access to the firm’s Business School which provides Associates with the tools and skills necessary to develop.
• You will be allocated a Talent Partner who will have an overview of your long-term career aspirations and progression. There is an excellent track-record of developing Associates and generating opportunities for Partnership. Organic growth and a strong team culture is at the heart of the firm’s success.

Applying For Your New Role

Does this position sound of interest? Please submit your CV confidentially and we will be in touch shortly to discuss the opportunity in further detail. Or, if you prefer to chat about the role confidentially before submitting a CV, please get in touch via the contact details provided.