Employment Solicitor | 4+ PQE | Newcastle | Hybrid Working Looking for high-quality employment work, genuine career progression and a firm that truly invests in its people?

I'm currently working with a highly regarded regional law firm that is continuing to invest in the growth of its Employment team and is keen to speak with experienced Employment Solicitors who are looking for their next opportunity.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and well-established team acting for a diverse commercial client base across a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters.

The Role You'll advise a wide variety of business clients on all aspects of employment law, building long-term relationships while working closely with colleagues across the wider commercial teams.

The work is varied and includes:

• Advising employers on day-to-day HR and employment law issues.
• Managing Employment Tribunal claims from start to finish.
• Drafting and negotiating employment contracts, policies and settlement agreements.
• Advising on disciplinary, grievance and redundancy processes.
• Supporting corporate transactions with employment law advice.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Playing an active role in business development and networking.

About You I'm keen to speak with candidates who have:

• Around 4+ years' PQE in Employment Law (applications from those with significant pre-qualification employment experience will also be considered).
• Experience advising employer clients across both contentious and advisory matters.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• A proactive, collaborative approach.
• A genuine passion for delivering outstanding client service.

Why This Opportunity? This firm has built an excellent reputation not only for the quality of its work, but also for the way it looks after its people. Career progression is genuinely encouraged, and you'll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking environment where people are trusted, developed and recognised.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid and flexible working
• 30 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Enhanced pension
• Birthday leave
• Ongoing training and career development
• Genuine long-term progression opportunities

If you're curious about what's happening in the Employment market or would simply like a confidential conversation about this opportunity, I'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Beth Livings at QED Legal.