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Employment Lawyer
Location: Hertford / Hybrid
Department: Company & Commercial
Salary: Competitive (Open for Negotiation)
We are partnering with a well-established regional law firm, with offices across Hertfordshire, Essex, and London, who are looking to appoint an experienced Employment Lawyer to their expanding Company & Commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor or CILEX/FILEX-qualified professional to progress their career in a flexible and supportive environment that values professional development, wellbeing, and long-term growth.
The firm is recognised for delivering outstanding client service and fostering a positive workplace culture. They are committed to supporting career development, nurturing talent, and celebrating the achievements of their team members.The Role
You will advise employer clients across a broad spectrum of employment matters, managing a caseload that includes advisory, transactional, and contentious work. Working closely with colleagues across multiple offices, you will provide clear, strategic guidance while ensuring excellent client care.
Key Responsibilities:
Advising employer clients on a variety of employment matters
Drafting contracts, staff handbooks, policies, and service agreements
Supporting clients with disciplinary procedures, internal investigations, and employee terminations
Advising on redundancies, restructures, settlement agreements, and TUPE matters
Providing employment input on corporate transactions and due diligence
Representing clients in Employment Tribunals and courts for claims such as unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal, and discrimination
Delivering training, seminars, and legal updates
Supporting business development and contributing to marketing initiatives
Candidate Profile
Strong experience in employment law, ideally advising employer clients
Excellent technical knowledge with commercial awareness
Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships
Exceptional communication and client service skills
Positive, proactive, and collaborative team player
Sound judgement and a risk-aware approach
What’s on Offer
Clear, structured career progression and development opportunities
Supportive hybrid working environment with mentoring, regular feedback, and appraisals
Bonus schemes for individual and firm-wide performance
Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service
Contributory pension scheme with salary sacrifice
Access to Employee Assistance Programme and healthcare benefits
Social, wellbeing, and networking initiatives across offices
If you are an ambitious employment lawyer seeking a role where you can make an impact, develop your expertise, and thrive in a supportive environment, contact Aaron at Pertemps North London to apply or for more detailsDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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