Employment Solicitor

The Opportunity:

We are seeking skilled Employment Solicitors to join a market-leading Employment Practice in Belfast. The team handles a wide range of domestic and international employment issues, working closely with colleagues in London and across the globe. This is an exciting opportunity to engage in high-quality, varied work, including global projects, complex litigation, and strategic HR advisory tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transactions: Provide advice on due diligence, TUPE regulations, and other transactional matters.
• Redundancy: Advise on redundancy procedures, including individual and collective processes.
• Multi-jurisdictional Projects: Participate in global projects such as restructuring exercises, compliance reviews, and policy assessments.
• Litigation: Manage Employment Tribunal claims, including drafting key documents and advising on settlements.
• Investigations: Conduct investigations into employee allegations and advise on appropriate procedures.
• Data Subject Access Requests: Advise on and respond to data subject access requests, including document review and redaction.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualifications: Qualified as a solicitor in Northern Ireland and/or England and Wales with 2-6 years’ PQE.
• Experience: Strong employment law experience gained from a reputable practice.
• Skills: Excellent commercial awareness, team player mentality, and strong client relationship abilities.

Personal Qualities:

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to identify key issues and anticipate consequences.
• Dedication: High standards of integrity, responsibility, and client service.
• Personal Impact: Effective negotiation and relationship-building skills.

Some travel may be required.

To apply for this job please apply below or get in touch with Ross Winning for a confidential discussion.