Job Title: Solicitor (Employment Law)Location: Bury St EdmundsSalary: CompetitiveWorking Arrangements: Hybrid WorkingJob Reference: 36842About the FirmOur client has been providing legal services from offices in Bury St Edmunds since 1893.
The firm offers a broad range of legal advice to both individuals and companies across various legal services nationally and internationally.
Recognised for delivering excellent client service, the firm is consistently ranked highly in Legal 500 and Chambers directories.
They pride themselves on offering practical advice from expert legal professionals, working closely with clients to achieve their desired results.Essential Experience:Assisting senior associates and partners on cases, while managing own matters under supervisionDelivering high-quality, commercial advice to businesses and individualsHandling a mixed caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment workReviewing and drafting employment contracts, service agreements, settlement agreements, and policies and proceduresAssisting on Employment Tribunal cases, including drafting ET1s, ET3s, List of Issues, and correspondence with the TribunalStrong client relationship management skillsStrong academic background, with a minimum 2:1 degree classificationDesirable Experience:Supporting corporate transactions, including TUPEAdvising on and enforcing post-termination restrictionsExperience advising clients from various sectorsBusiness development, including networkingPresentation skillsKnowledge and Skills:Ability to manage own caseload and assist others in the Employment teamFinancial housekeepingConduct client meetings both in person and remotelyAssess legal issues, conduct research, and provide cost and scope adviceDraft documents and letters of adviceStay up to date with law and practice developmentsExcellent communication and teamwork skillsBENEFITS: As well as offering very competitive salaries and providing a supportive working environment, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:25 days holiday plus Bank HolidaysHybrid workingPersonal pension schemeGroup life assuranceSupport and funding for further professional qualificationsEmployee assistance programmeIn-house health & wellbeing sessionsCar parkingApply in the strictest of confidence online