Employment Solicitor 1-3 years PQE – Central London

The Firm
A leading Legal 500 and Chambers recognised law firm in a Central London location with two other offices spanning across the country. The firm and their 250 members of staff share a history of almost 200 years, where they have built a reputable name as they strive to provide their clients with quality advice in which they can understand. Some of this firm’s clients include leading international businesses and corporations, as well as smaller private individuals and families. Not only does this firm put a strong emphasis on their clients, but they also focus heavily on their Corporate Social Responsibility – therefore they are always engaging with charities and their local community. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to join and develop in one of the country’s leading private practice law firms.

The Role
You will be working within an experienced and knowledgeable employment team who act for over 200 RPs, handling a caseload which holds a mixture of contentious and non-contentious matters. Some of the main duties of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Advising on grievances, conduct and absences
• Providing restructure and TUPE advice
• Settlement agreements
• Preparing witness statements, defences to tribunal claims and court bundles
• Undertaking advocacy when required

The Essentials

• 2:1 degree minimum – or an appropriate conversion
• Admitted to practice as a solicitor of England and Wales
• 1-3 years PQE

The Desirables

• Knowledge of pension law
• Knowledge of social housing law

Honest, ethical, professional, knowledgeable recruitment experts. Handling permanent and locum private practice and in-house vacancies across the UK, Blue Pelican Legal offers an exceptional service level to its candidates and clients in line with the Blue Pelican Standards.