Job description
Employment Law Solicitor (NQ - 2 Years' PQE) - Belfast
Location: Belfast
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 (depending on experience)
About the Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Newly Qualified to 2 years' PQE Employment Law Solicitor to join a respected Belfast practice with a strong reputation for employee-side representation. The firm is well known for advising and supporting individuals, workers, and trade union members across a wide range of employment law matters, offering high-quality advocacy, clear advice, and strong client care.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a junior solicitor to develop their career within a well-seasoned and supportive employment law team, working closely with experienced practitioners on meaningful and often high-impact cases.
The Role
You will assist in managing a varied employment law caseload while receiving hands-on training, supervision, and mentoring from senior colleagues.
Key responsibilities include:
Advising clients on a range of employment law matters including unfair dismissal, discrimination, redundancy, grievances and disciplinaries, contractual disputes, working time, and related issues
Assisting with Employment Tribunal claims, including preparation of pleadings, evidence, and hearing bundles
Supporting senior solicitors with complex litigation and advocacy
Drafting correspondence, legal documentation, and settlement agreements
Liaising with clients, trade unions, and other stakeholders to ensure clear communication and high-quality service
Contributing positively to a collaborative and values-driven team environment
Person Specification
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Qualification as a Solicitor (NI or England & Wales), or qualification expected shortly
Up to 2 years' PQE with exposure to employment law (post-qualification or strong trainee experience)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A genuine interest in employee-side employment law and advocacy
Ability to manage tasks effectively and work well as part of a team
Professionalism, integrity, and a willingness to learn
What's on Offer
Salary range of £35,000 - £42,000, depending on experience
The opportunity to work with a highly experienced and well-regarded employment law team
Excellent training, supervision, and career development prospects
Exposure to a broad and interesting employment law caseload
A supportive and inclusive working environment
Clear progression opportunities within a specialist practice
For further information on this job, or any other Legal job in Belfast or Northern Ireland, apply via the link or contact Ciaran Gallagher for a confidential chat today.
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