NQ Employment Solicitor

Employment Law Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE)

Location: Chester & Altrincham

Salary: £46,000

We are working with a highly regarded, independent law firm seeking a Newly Qualified to 3 PQE Employment Law Solicitor to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work directly alongside experienced Employment Partners from day one, advising on complex, high-value employment matters for a sophisticated client base more commonly associated with large national firms.

The role is ideal for someone who wants early responsibility, meaningful client exposure, and high-quality work, but within a supportive environment that avoids the unsustainable pressures often seen in larger city practices.

You will have the opportunity to take ownership of your own caseload, while benefiting from close partner-led support designed to accelerate your development and progression.

What you'll be doing

You will work across a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including:

• Advising employers and senior individuals on complex employment issues
• Supporting partners on high-value, strategically important cases
• Managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision
• Working closely with partners on client strategy and delivery
• Contributing to business development and building your professional profile

What sets this role apart

Partner-led from day one

You'll work directly with partners from the outset, gaining early exposure to senior decision-making and client interaction.

High-quality, complex work

The team advises on bespoke, high-value matters that rival the standard typically seen in much larger national firms.

A more sustainable approach to work

The firm is committed to delivering high-quality legal work without excessive pressure, supporting long-term career development and wellbeing.

About you

We are looking for a technically strong, commercially minded solicitor who is motivated to develop within a high-performing team.

You will:

• Be NQ to 3 years PQE
• Have experience in both contentious and non-contentious employment law
• Be confident managing your own matters and working to deadlines
• Demonstrate strong client care and communication skills
• Take a proactive, commercially aware approach to your work
• Have excellent attention to detail
• Show an interest in business development and profile-building

The team

The Employment team is highly regarded and recognised in The Legal 500, advising a sophisticated client base across a wide range of employment matters.

You'll join a close-knit, collaborative, and high-performing team led by an experienced Head of Employment, who brings strong advocacy experience and expertise across both contentious and non-contentious work.

About the firm

As a proudly independent practice, it is known for its partner-led approach, long-term client relationships, and ability to handle complex, bespoke work to a consistently high standard.

The firm's lawyers are trusted to think commercially, act decisively, and focus on delivering the right outcomes for clients.

There is a strong emphasis on ownership, development, and building meaningful client relationships at all levels.

Benefits include:

• Minimum 5 weeks' annual leave
• Paid Volunteer Day
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Healthcare scheme
• Death in service (4x salary)
• Supported parking scheme
• Flexible and supportive working environment
• Strong focus on long-term career development

Culture

The culture is built around collaboration, trust, and high performance, with a strong emphasis on development and support.

The internal ethos is focused on delivering excellent work while ensuring individuals are trusted, developed, and given space to grow.

Apply now

If you're an Employment Solicitor looking for early responsibility, strong partner access, and a high-quality caseload within a more balanced environment, we'd be happy to hear from you.

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