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Employment Solicitor 8+ years PQE – South Glamorgan

Employment Solicitor 8+ years PQE in South Glamorgan. Salary on offer: From £60,000. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.

From £60,000

Compensation

Permanent

Term

Listed

The Role

  • Manage Employment Tribunal claims from start to finish.

  • Handle complex cases involving discrimination, whistleblowing, and dismissals.

  • Draft pleadings, witness statements, and manage disclosure.

  • Advise on litigation strategy and risk management.

  • Draft and negotiate employment contracts and policies.

  • Support restructuring and redundancy exercises.

  • Advise on TUPE and corporate transaction implications.

  • Build strong client relationships and contribute to team development.

About You

  • Strong experience in both contentious and non-contentious employment law.

  • Ability to manage Employment Tribunal claims independently.

  • Excellent drafting skills for contracts and agreements.

  • Understanding of UK employment legislation and case law.

  • Pragmatic, commercially minded approach with strong communication skills.

  • Organisational skills to manage competing deadlines.

What's on Offer

  • £60,000 salary.

  • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

  • Hybrid working, up to two days from home per week.

  • Private medical insurance and 5% pension contribution.

  • Death-in-service cover and company sick pay.

  • Cycle to Work scheme and gym discounts.

  • Opportunities for long-term career development.

Why This Role

This position offers a chance to work in a supportive environment with opportunities for career progression and professional development.

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Role Summary

Salary

From £60,000

Type

Permanent

Market Spotlight — South Glamorgan

The current legal recruitment landscape is highly active. Firms are prioritizing strategic hires and offering robust packages to secure top-tier talent in specialized fields.

Demand

High for experienced specialists

Discretion

100% Confidential

Why Austen Lloyd?

  • Completely confidential process
  • Direct relationships with firm partners
  • Specialist legal expertise since 2009
  • No obligation consultation

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