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Employment Solicitor – South Glamorgan

Employment Solicitor in South Glamorgan. Salary on offer: From £50,000. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.

From £50,000

Compensation

Permanent

Term

Listed

The Role

  • Advise employer and employee clients on contentious and non-contentious employment matters.

  • Manage employment disputes and Employment Tribunal claims.

  • Draft and advise on employment contracts, policies, and procedures.

  • Provide advice on disciplinary and grievance matters.

  • Support clients with restructures, redundancies, and TUPE transfers.

  • Collaborate with commercial and corporate teams.

  • Build and maintain strong client relationships.

  • Contribute to business development and practice growth.

About You

  • Experience in handling diverse employment law matters.

  • Strong technical knowledge in employment law.

  • Excellent drafting and communication skills.

  • Ability to provide practical, commercial advice.

  • Confidence in managing own caseload with supervision.

  • Collaborative approach and team effectiveness.

  • Interest in business development and practice growth.

  • Commitment to excellent client service.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.

  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

  • Private medical insurance and health cash plan.

  • Employer pension contribution.

  • Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.

  • Cycle to work scheme.

  • Ongoing training and professional development.

  • Opportunities for career progression.

Why This Role

This role offers the chance to work in a supportive firm with genuine career development opportunities, allowing you to make a significant impact on the employment team.

Frequently Asked Questions

As specialist recruiters, we bypass standard HR portals and introduce you directly to the hiring partners. We advocate for your salary expectations, ensure your CV highlights exactly what the firm is looking for, and handle all negotiation—all completely free of charge to you.

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Your consultant

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Role Summary

Salary

From £50,000

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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