Employment Solicitor (NQ - 3 PQE)Colchester, Essex£45,000–£55,000QED Legal is working with a highly regarded regional firm seeking an Employment Solicitor to join their Colchester office. This opportunity is ideal for a Newly Qualified Solicitor or those with up to 3 years’ PQE looking to develop their career within a supportive, structured, and ambitious employment team.The RoleYou will manage a varied caseload covering both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. Work will include advising on employee relations, discrimination, contracts of employment, TUPE, and defending complex employment tribunal claims. Clients span multiple sectors including finance, recruitment, energy, education, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing.The FirmThis firm has an excellent reputation in Essex and beyond, offering a collaborative culture and clear career progression pathways. The employment team is well-established and continues to grow, making this an excellent environment for solicitors keen to develop their skills and expertise.Benefits
- Competitive salary of £45,000–£55,000
- Generous bonus scheme
- Hybrid working and flexible hours
- Private healthcare
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Long-term progression opportunities within a highly regarded team
- Strong retention and staff satisfaction rates
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Employment Solicitor to join a leading regional practice with genuine long-term prospects.If you believe you match the requirements to this role, or know someone who does, then get in touch with our Senior Legal Consultant Leah Roberts.Email: Mobile: LinkedIn: https://in/leaharoberts/Or by applying to this vacancy. Synonym titles: private client solicitor, senior private client solicitor, junior private client solicitor, wills and probate solicitor, senior wills and probate solicitor, junior wills and probate solicitor, private client associate, senior private client associate, junior private client associate, wills and probate associate, senior wills and probate associate, head of private client, head of department.