In-House Employment Solicitor 12M FTC (£50K - £60K)

Are you an Employment Solicitor looking to move in-house while maintaining a strong focus on contentious work? Join a respected UK-wide professional organisation and become part of an established legal team providing specialist employment law advice and support. With a manageable caseload, you'll handle litigation, advise on complex and sensitive issues, and manage matters from instruction through to resolution in a varied and rewarding role. The Role * In-House Employment Solicitor 12M FTC (£50K - £60K) * Leicester | Hybrid Working | 12-Month FTC As an In-House Employment Solicitor, you'll: * Manage your own caseload of employment, professional discipline and related matters, with around 65% of the work focused on contentious matters and litigation. * Advise on complex and sensitive employment issues, providing clear, practical guidance to senior professionals. * Handle Employment Tribunal proceedings, including drafting pleadings, preparing case documents and representing clients where appropriate. * Advise on professional conduct, regulatory issues, settlement agreements and employment contracts. * Work closely with colleagues across the legal team, as well as external solicitors and barristers, to deliver a high standard of advice and representation. * Build trusted relationships with stakeholders and help navigate challenging employment disputes. About You You'll ideally have: * A qualification as a Solicitor or equivalent, with at least 2 years' PQE. * A solid background in employment law, particularly contentious matters and litigation. * Experience managing your own caseload and handling Employment Tribunal claims. * The confidence to advise on sensitive, complex and potentially high-value disputes. * Strong communication skills and the ability to explain legal issues clearly and practically. * Experience in professional discipline or regulatory matters would be a bonus. * Advocacy experience would be welcomed, but it's not essential. What's on Offer? * Salary: £50,000-£60,000. * Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave, with the potential for a permanent opportunity thereafter. * Hybrid working: Two days in the office and three days from home. * Pension: Generous employer pension contribution. * Annual leave: 33 days plus bank holidays. * Additional benefits: Free parking and a supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development. Interested? In-House Employment Solicitor 12M FTC (£50K - £60K) If you're an Employment Solicitor considering a move in-house, this could be a really good next step. You'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful, challenging cases while benefiting from a collaborative team and a flexible working arrangement. Get in touch about this In-House Employment Solicitor 12M FTC (£50K - £60K) for confidential chat to find out more. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates JBRP1_UKTJ