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NQ Employment Law Solicitor


Job Location:

Luton - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 12 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 9 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Job Description
NQ Employment Solicitor
Location: Luton Area
Salary: c.48-55k Hybrid Working

Are you an ambitious Newly Qualified Employment Solicitor looking to launch your career with a highly regarded forward-thinking regional law firm This is a standout opportunity to join an industry recognisedteam where youll gain early responsibility direct client access and the support needed to build your long-term career in Employment Law.

Our client offers a genuine platform for growthcombining high-quality work with a collaborative culture that values initiative and professional development.

The Opportunity: Employment Law (NQ Solicitor)

Based in the Luton area you will join a well-established Employment team working alongside some of the regions leading specialists.

This role is ideal for a newly qualified solicitor who wants to develop strong technical expertise while building their own client profile.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advising on a range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters
  • Supporting senior lawyers on complex tribunal cases and advisory work
  • Drafting employment documentation policies and settlement agreements
  • Managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision
  • Building client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives
  • Developing your professional profile within the local market

Requirements

To be considered you will ideally have:

  • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ level)
  • Employment Law seat during training contract (or equivalent experience within a UK legal practice)
  • Strong grounding in employment legislation and tribunal practice
  • Excellent communication drafting and client-facing skills
  • A proactive commercially aware approach with a genuine interest in Employment Law

Salary & Benefits
  • Competitive salary (benchmarking in line with NQ regional market rates)
  • Hybrid working typically 2 days from home per week
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Pension contribution
  • Private medical / health cash plan (where applicable)
  • Life assurance
  • Structured training and development programme
  • Clear career progression pathway within a growing team
  • Supportive innovative culture that encourages initiative and progression

Why This Role
  • Join an industryrecognised team with an outstanding reputation
  • Gain early responsibility and meaningful client exposure
  • Work in a multi-service firm offering strong internal collaboration
  • Build your long-term career in a supportive high-performing environment

Apply / Enquire

If you are an NQ Employment Solicitor seeking a high-quality opportunity in the Luton area please get in touch for a confidential discussion:

David Hawthorne-Finch

Please send your CV or a brief summary of your experience and what you are looking for next.

Confidentiality: All applications and discussions are handled in strict confidence.


Required Experience:

IC