Job Description
Employment Solicitor Opportunity – Aberdeen
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join a highly regarded employment team in Aberdeen, recognised by Chambers UK 2025 and Legal 500. This role focuses on employer-based matters, offering a chance to advise clients on a range of employment law issues and represent them in employment tribunals.
Key Responsibilities:
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* Advising on Transactions: Provide guidance on employment aspects of corporate and outsourcing projects
* Daily Employment Queries: Handle disciplinary and grievance matters
* Collective Matters: Manage redundancies, integration and TUPE processes
* Trade Union Matters: Offer advice on trade union issues
* Tribunal Representation: Represent clients in employment tribunal litigation
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What You'll Do:
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* Manage your own caseload and assist with complex cases
* Deliver high-quality client care
* Handle both contentious and non-contentious employment matters
* Work with clients in person and remotely, attending tribunals and court as needed
* Participate in business development activities
* Ensure compliance with Anti-Money Laundering regulations, including client verification
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Experience:
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* At least four years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) in employment law
* Settlement agreements
* Constructive, unfair and wrongful dismissal cases
* Sickness absence issues
* Discrimination and whistleblowing claims
* ACAS early conciliation
* Employment tribunals
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Skills:
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* Strong track record of advising clients and representing them in employment tribunals
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Abilities:
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* Identify key issues and conduct effective legal merits assessments
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Team-focused approach with the ability to work independently
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and multitask
* Attention to detail, particularly with figures
* Confidence in making timely, well-considered decisions
* Proficiency in MS Office (particularly Word) and ideally familiarity with case management systems
* Commercial awareness and the ability to assess risks effectively
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Why This Opportunity?
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* Development: Excellent prospects for personal development, training and progression in a supportive environment
* Benefits: Attractive remuneration and holiday package, plus other bonuses subject to qualifying conditions
* Team Environment: Work alongside experienced and friendly professionals and become a valuable member of a thriving team
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This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in employment law. If you are ready to take the next step, apply now and join a team that values your contribution and supports your professional growth or contact Martin McGhee for more information.
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