Senior Employment Solicitor

Senior Employment Solicitor – Belfast

(5+ Years PQE)

A well-established Belfast law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join its expanding team. This role offers the chance to work on a broad range of employment law matters for both employer and employee clients, providing high-quality, commercially-focused legal advice and advocacy.

About the Role

As a Senior Employment Solicitor, you will:

• Lead on advisory and contentious employment law matters, including disciplinary and grievance issues, tribunal representation, and equality claims.

• Provide strategic, practical guidance to clients on contracts, policies, TUPE, redundancy, and compliance.

• Draft and negotiate settlement agreements, employment contracts, policies and procedural documentation.

• Build strong client relationships and contribute to business development.

• Mentor junior lawyers and support staff, helping to develop a collaborative, high-performing team.

Criteria:

• Qualified solicitor with 5+ years’ post-qualification experience in employment law.

• Strong technical knowledge of UK and Northern Ireland employment legislation and case law.

• Demonstrated experience advising on both contentious and non-contentious employment matters.

• Excellent drafting, advocacy and interpersonal skills.

• Commercial awareness, proactive approach and ability to manage a varied caseload independently.

What’s on Offer

• Exposure to a wide range of employment law work for a diverse client base.

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

• Opportunities for career development and professional growth.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are a motivated and experienced employment lawyer seeking a challenging and rewarding next step in your legal career, reach out to Ciara O’Connor at Artemis Human Capital.