Employment Solicitor – NQ+ Excellent Learning Opportunity – Northampton

 £35,000 to £60,000

The firm
A well-established and highly regarded regional practice with a strong presence across the East Midlands, known for delivering high-quality work typically associated with larger firms but within a far more supportive, close-knit environment. The Northampton office is a key hub, offering a collaborative culture where junior lawyers are trusted early and progression is genuinely encouraged. With multiple Legal 500-recognised teams and a reputation for investing in its people, this is a firm where you can build a long-term career without feeling like just another number.

The role

• Manage a varied employment law caseload covering both contentious and non-contentious matters
• Advise a broad client base including SMEs, owner-managed businesses and larger organisations, alongside some employee work
• Handle matters such as settlement agreements, HR advisory work and tribunal claims
• Support clients on projects including restructures, redundancies and changes to terms and conditions
• Provide strategic input on senior-level disputes and business-critical employment issues
• Assist with compliance areas such as data protection and modern slavery legislation
• Work closely with other departments including corporate, litigation and commercial property on cross-team matters
• Play a part in business development initiatives, supported by a dedicated marketing function

You

• NQ+ Solicitor with exposure to employment law (either during training or post-qualification)
• Able to run your own caseload or ready to step into that responsibility with support
• Strong communicator with a commercial approach to client advice
• Keen to develop your profile and build lasting client relationships
• Ambitious and motivated to progress within a supportive environment
• Ever wondered what it would be like to have real responsibility from day one, rather than waiting years to step up?

Benefits

• Clear and achievable progression pathway within a growing firm
• High-quality work without the pressures often found in larger national practices
• Supportive team structure with approachable senior lawyers
• Strong internal referral network across multiple disciplines
• Dedicated marketing and business development support
• A culture where your voice is heard and your development is prioritised
• Looking for a role where you can genuinely shape your career rather than follow a rigid path?

If you’re looking to step into a role that offers autonomy, quality work and long-term progression, this is well worth exploring. Contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal today and let’s have a confidential chat about where this opportunity could take you.