Employment Lawyer (Advocacy Focus) – Legal 200 Nottingham – £50,000 to £110,000
8 days ago
Nottingham
Employment Lawyer (Advocacy Focus) – Nottingham – £50,000 to £110,000The firm This nationally recognised law firm has a strong presence in Nottingham, operating from modern city-centre offices while working as part of a wider UK network. Known for advising some of the country’s largest and most respected employers, the firm combines high-quality legal work with a genuinely supportive culture. Its Employment, Pensions and Immigration team is highly ranked in the Legal Directories and continues to grow, driven by long-standing client relationships and a reputation for pragmatic, commercial advice. With hybrid working, investment in technology and a clear commitment to career development, this is a firm where people are encouraged to thrive.The role • Acting as an Employment Advocate with a primary focus on Employment Tribunal hearings, from case management preliminaries through to multi-day full merits hearings (both in person and via video), • Representing clients in complex matters including discrimination, whistleblowing, detriment, unfair dismissal and wages claims, • Managing contentious preliminary hearings such as jurisdiction, disability status and applications, • Providing employment law advice on issues including grievances, disciplinaries, equal pay and dismissals, • Drafting tribunal responses, bundles, witness statements, reports and related documentation, • Supporting and supervising junior members of the team where appropriate, • Contributing to legal updates, articles and thought leadership, • Getting involved in business development, training and networking initiatives, • Working closely with Partners to help drive the practice forward — could this be the advocacy-focused role where you finally get exposure to genuinely high-quality tribunal work?, • Operating in line with client and internal service levels while meeting financial and chargeable targetsTravel across the UK will be required for hearings, although this is kept to a minimum wherever possible through remote working and flexible arrangements.You, • Around 4+ years’ PQE (or equivalent relevant experience), • Employment Tribunal advocacy experience, ideally including multi-day hearings, • Strong technical employment law knowledge, • Excellent communication, organisation and time-management skills, • Ability to manage a varied caseload and work to deadlines, • A collaborative, flexible and proactive approach, • High attention to detail, • Previous mentoring or supervision experience is desirable but not essential, • Looking for a role where you can develop your advocacy profile while being part of a nationally respected team?Benefits, • Competitive salary from £50,000 to £110,000 depending on experience, • Hybrid working model, • High-quality advocacy work with major UK employers, • Clear progression opportunities within a growing national team, • Modern Nottingham offices in a central location, • Supportive and collaborative working environment, • Strong commitment to learning, development and wellbeing, • Comprehensive benefits package and inclusive workplace cultureIf this seems like the right opportunity for you then apply online! or contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal today.