Job Title: Employment Solicitor (NQ 3 PQE)
Location: Chester (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £40,000 £50,000 + Benefits
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Were currently working in partnership with a well-regarded and growing law firm based in Chester to recruit an Employment Solicitor (NQ 3 PQE) to join their expanding team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a junior solicitor looking to build a strong foundation in employment law, with exposure to a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious work, excellent supervision, and genuine long-term progression.

The firm offers a supportive, collaborative culture alongside hybrid working, making it an ideal environment for someone looking to develop their career without compromising on flexibility.

The Role

Youll work closely with experienced lawyers on a varied caseload, including:

• Advising clients on a wide range of employment law matters
• Supporting on Employment Tribunal claims including:
• • Unfair dismissal
  • Discrimination
  • Redundancy and whistleblowing
• Drafting and reviewing:
• • Employment contracts
  • Settlement agreements
  • HR policies and procedures
• Assisting with negotiations and dispute resolution
• Providing commercially focused, practical advice to clients
• Keeping up to date with employment law developments and case law

Youll gain exposure to high-quality work early on, with the support needed to build confidence and technical ability.

What Were Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ 3 years PQE) in England & Wales
• Strong grounding in employment law (training seat or post-qualified experience)
• Interest in both contentious and advisory work
• Excellent drafting and communication skills
• A proactive, organised approach with strong attention to detail
• Ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues

Desirable Experience

• Exposure to Employment Tribunal work
• Experience drafting employment documentation
• Interest in business development or client-facing work

Whats on Offer

• Salary between £40,000 £50,000 (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working (flexible office/home split)
• Clear progression and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment with strong supervision
• Exposure to a broad and high-quality caseload

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm that genuinely invests in its people, offering:

• Early responsibility with the right level of support
• A strong platform to develop your employment law career
• A modern, flexible working environment

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