Senior Employment Law Solicitor

Job Title: Senior Employment Law Solicitor Location: Chester Salary: Competitive + Benefits Contract: Full-Time, Permanent A rare opportunity to focus on the quality of your advice and expertise - not billing targets! Were recruiting on behalf of a fast-growing, people-first legal services provider that is looking for an experienced Senior Employment Solicitor to join their dynamic team. This is a standout role for someone who thrives on variety, wants to work with a broad range of clients and industries and values a supportive, culture-led workplace. As a Senior Employment Solicitor, youll deliver exceptional, legally compliant advice across a dedicated portfolio of clients nationwide. Youll handle a broad range of employment issues including restructuring, TUPE, discrimination and settlement negotiations - building strong, long-lasting relationships along the way. This role offers variety, autonomy and real impact in a supportive, culture-led workplace. Whats on offer: No billing targets allowing you to focus on client outcomes and delivering quality advice Varied caseload from SMEs to mid-market clients, covering complex and multi-party Employment Tribunal matters Client exposure work across multiple sectors, with real input into strategy and client relationships Career progression genuine opportunities to grow and develop in a thriving business Culture-first company a supportive, collaborative environment that values its people Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality, commercially focused advice and documentation for Employment Tribunal cases Manage a varied caseload independently, including complex or multi-party matters Ensure all advice is timely, legally compliant and aligned with clients commercial goals Supervise, mentor and support junior team members Liaise with ACAS, employee representatives and litigants in person during proceedings Build strong relationships with key clients and support their ongoing needs Contribute to internal training, process improvement and business development opportunities Support the commercial team with client insights, proposals and renewals Maintain accurate records, meet KPIs, and uphold professional and regulatory standards Skills and Experience: Qualified legal professional (Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive) and commercial experience post qualification Competencies: Excellent technical and up-to-date knowledge of employment law Proven in-depth knowledge of key areas Ability to work efficiently within a fixed fee model Strong prioritisation skills and ability to meet deadlines while maintaining high standards Commercially aware with a strong client care focus Demonstrated achievement of business objectives and client satisfaction Team player with behaviours aligned to a positive workplace culture Personal Qualities: Independent, impartial and objective Presentable, confident and professional Calm under pressure, conscientious, responsible Proactive, enthusiastic, highly organised and responsive to client and colleague needs Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today to join a forward-thinking team where your expertise truly makes a difference! This growing business genuinely puts people and progress at the heart of what they do. We look forward to hearing from you! Roberts Webb Recruitment are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of this company and role TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-08-26