Job Description
Employment Solicitor (5 years+++ PQE)
Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.
Engagement Options: Full-Time | Part-Time | Employed | Consultant
Fully Remote (UK)
The Opportunity:
An established and growing private practice is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor (5 years+++ PQE) to join its expanding team. This is a fully remote opportunity offering real flexibility. The firm is open to:
- Full-time or part-time arrangements
Traditional employed positions
Consultancy agreements
The role would suit a commercially minded solicitor who values autonomy, flexibility and strong earning potential, while still benefiting from the backing of an established practice. You will advise both individuals and businesses across a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
The Role:
You will:
- Manage your own varied employment law caseload from instruction through to resolution
Advise on unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing, redundancy, grievances and settlement agreements
Draft and review employment contracts, policies, and handbooks
Represent clients in Employment Tribunal proceedings (where required)
Provide strategic, commercially focused advice to SME and corporate clients
Build and maintain long-term client relationships
Contribute to the ongoing growth and reputation of the firm
This role offers real autonomy and responsibility from day one.
About You:
You will be:
- A UK-qualified Solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE in employment law within private practice
Experienced in handling your own caseload independently
Confident advising claimant and/or respondent clients
Comfortable working remotely with strong organisation and self-management skills
Commercial, pragmatic and solutions-focused xwwtmva
What’s on Offer:
Performance-related bonus structure with £25,000-£30,000 achievable from Year 2
Fully remote working
Flexible working pattern and complete autonomy over hours
Full back-office, compliance and marketing support
Supportive and entrepreneurial culture
Opportunity to maximise earnings within a flexible model
Full-time or part-time opportunities available
Ideal for those looking to supplement an existing practice or workload
Minimum commitment of 15 hours per week, with flexibility to work 25+ hours if preferred