Non-Contentious Employment Law Solicitor

Job Description

Working exclusively in non-contentious employment matters, you will manage a varied portfolio of employer clients—primarily SMEs—who rely on the firm for ongoing, high-quality legal support.

You will provide practical advice, draft key employment documents, assist with tribunal preparation where required, and deliver employment law training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a dedicated portfolio of employer clients in line with firm protocols.
• Advise on all areas of employment law including disciplinary and grievance matters, discrimination, dismissals, redundancy, restructuring, contractual issues, TUPE and HR advisory work.
• Support legal colleagues with research, drafting and client advice.
• Assist with Employment Tribunal preparation when required.
• Draft employment contracts, handbooks, policies, procedures, and bespoke settlement agreements.
• Produce a range of employment-related documentation.
• Prepare and occasionally deliver training sessions to employer clients.
• Contribute to team discussions and meetings.
• Stay up to date with case law, legal developments and regulatory changes.
• Assist with client updates and the firm’s social media activity.
• Participate in the firm’s out-of-hours on-call service.
• Complete CPD requirements and ongoing training.
• Support business development and networking efforts to help grow the firm.
• Work flexibly as required to meet client and firm needs.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 years’ PQE and demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, with the confidence to tailor clear, practical advice to SME clients across a broad range of sectors. Strong time-management, negotiation skills, and the ability to think quickly and pragmatically are essential, along with a collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to a supportive team environment. Commercial awareness, professionalism, and a proactive, client-focused approach are key to succeeding in this role.

The role offers a competitive salary and a strong benefits package, including generous annual leave, pension contributions, life assurance, private medical cover, wellbeing support, and flexible hybrid working with a real focus on work–life balance.

If this position could be of interest, please contact Teddie or Cameron for a confidential initial discussion. (Assignment 18133)

teddie@frasiawright.com    https://www.linkedin.com/in/teddie-wright-7b017ab7/

cameron@frasiawright.com    https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameron-adrain-22a81627/