Job title: Employment Solicitor
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Legal
Sub-Functional Expertise: 2 Year PQE Senior Associate / Solicitor
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £60,000.00
Location: Chelmsford, UK
Job published: 2025-05-01
Job ID: 37369
Contact name: Mara Watson
Phone number: +443339962882
Contact email: m.watson@h-fts.com

Job Description

Job Title: Employment Solicitor
Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)

About the Role
We are supporting a well-established and growing law firm in Chelmsford, Essex, looking to recruit an experienced Employment Solicitor (2+ years PQE) to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and personable legal professional to grow their career within a supportive and ambitious environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Building strong relationships with referrers and clients, instilling confidence and trust.
  • Providing expert advice to individual clients, solving their employment law challenges and securing the best legal outcomes.
  • Assisting businesses, from start-ups to larger SMEs, with day-to-day employment and HR issues, ensuring legal compliance and up-to-date documentation.
  • Achieving monthly targets and KPIs in collaboration with the team.
  • Supporting the growth of the firm by contributing to business development initiatives and attracting new clients.

What We’re Looking For

  • A qualified Solicitor with 2+ years PQE and a solid knowledge of Employment Law.
  • Exceptional communication skills – confident, articulate, and client-focused.
  • A strong sense of professionalism, ethical standards, and a commitment to high-quality client service.
  • A motivated team player with a desire to develop your legal career and progress within the firm.

Benefits & Perks

  • Flexible/Hybrid working to support work-life balance.
  • Pension scheme and Health Cash Plan for your health and wellbeing.
  • Professional training and development courses tailored to your growth.
  • Team get-togethers to foster collaboration and camaraderie.
  • Discounted parking for convenient commuting.
  • Office closure between Christmas and New Year to enjoy a well-deserved break.

If you are an Employment Solicitor looking for a new opportunity with a dynamic and growing firm, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply
Submit your CV today. Let’s start a conversation about how this exciting role could be the next step in your legal career!

For a confidential chat about this role or your career contact David on 0333 996 2882 or email info@h-fts.com