Dispute Resolution / Employment Solicitor
Location: Hertford
Salary: Competitive
Seniority: Solicitor / FCILEx, 2+ years PQE
Job Type: Full-time
The Opportunity
We are working with a well-established regional law firm seeking a Dispute Resolution / Employment Solicitor to join their busy team in Hertford. This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor or FCILEx qualified professional with at least 2 years' PQE to take ownership of a varied caseload across employment law and general litigation, in a supportive yet ambitious environment.
The successful candidate will have experience advising and representing both individuals and corporate clients in a wide range of employment matters, and a solid grounding in general dispute resolution. This role offers exposure to contentious and non-contentious employment law, tribunal and court representation, and wider business litigation.
This role is ideal for a motivated employment/dispute resolution solicitor looking to grow their career in a dynamic and supportive firm, with a clear path for development, exposure to a broad caseload, and a strong focus on both personal and professional wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities

• Represent and advise clients in employment law matters including unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal, discrimination claims, and disciplinary matters
• Draft contracts of employment, staff handbooks, policies, and settlement agreements
• Advise on employee terminations, redundancies, restructures, and boardroom disputes
• Conduct internal investigations and advise on disciplinary procedures
• Work with clients across litigation matters in both corporate and individual contexts
• Contribute to business development and marketing initiatives for the team and firm
• Manage own caseload independently while collaborating with colleagues

The Candidate

• Solicitor or FCILEx qualified with 2+ years' PQE in employment law and litigation
• Experience representing clients in tribunals and courts
• Strong drafting skills for employment contracts, policies, and agreements
• Confident, proactive, and able to manage cases independently
• Commercially aware and interested in business development
• Team player with a positive attitude, professionalism, and excellent judgement
• Clean driving licence and ability to travel to client meetings where required

Benefits & Culture

• Structured career development and progression
• Supportive environment with mentoring, monthly one-to-ones, team meetings, and appraisals
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Firm-wide and fee-earner bonus schemes
• 25 days holiday per year, increasing annually to a maximum of 30 days
• Contributory corporate pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
• Access to Healthcare Cash Plan after probation, extendable to dependents
• Comprehensive employee financial wellbeing platform
• Social and wellbeing initiatives

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