Remote Employment Solicitor

Yorkshire Pie Company; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law practice is seeking an Employment Solicitor or FCILEx Lawyer for a fully remote role that offers flexibility in work patterns. The position involves managing Employment Tribunal cases and providing advice on employment law while ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will be qualified and have a strong passion for employment law, along with excellent communication and detail-oriented skills. This is an excellent opportunity for those who thrive in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive annual leave entitlement

Health Cash Plan and gym benefits

Work-life balance focus

Ongoing development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in employment law or demonstrable knowledge.
• Experience managing an employment law caseload.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on potential Employment Tribunal claims.
• Managing Employment Tribunal matters, including drafting pleadings.
• Ensuring compliance with service level agreements.
• Assisting with non-contentious employment matters.

Skills

Strong interest and passion for employment law

Excellent attention to detail

Strong communication and time management skills

Ability to manage cases independently

Collaborative team player

Organised, proactive, and positive approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or FCILEx

Job description

Employment Solicitor

Location: Fully Remote (with optional office attendance)

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

Contract: Full-time or Part-time considered

The Opportunity

An established national law firm is seeking an Employment Solicitor or FCILEx Lawyer to join its Employment team. This is a remote-first role, offering full flexibility to work from home, with the option to attend offices in Leeds or Bristol should the successful candidate wish.

The role involves managing a caseload of Legal Expenses Insurer matters, alongside exposure to non-contentious employment work. There is also potential scope for supervising junior case handlers, depending on experience.

This opportunity would suit an employment law professional with a genuine interest in the field, who enjoys delivering practical, commercial advice within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Working Arrangements

• Fully remote role
• Optional hybrid working from Leeds or Bristol offices
• Flexible approach to working patterns

Hours

Applications are welcomed from candidates seeking full-time or part-time positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising clients on potential Employment Tribunal claims
• Managing a caseload of Employment Tribunal matters, including:
  • Drafting pleadings and witness statements
  • Negotiating settlements and advising on settlement agreements
  • Instructing counsel or advocates where required
• Ensuring compliance with Legal Expenses Insurer service level agreements
• Assisting with non-contentious employment matters, including:
  • Drafting employment contracts, handbooks, and related documentation
  • Providing reactive and proactive employment advice to commercial clients
  • Telephone-based employment law advice
• Contributing to marketing and business development initiatives, including:
  • Writing employment law updates
  • Delivering client training sessions
• Ensuring accurate, timely, and commercially focused advice
• Progressing files via a case management system
• Time recording, billing, and invoicing

Skills & Competencies

Essential:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or FCILEx
• Strong interest and passion for employment law
• Commercially minded with a practical approach to problem-solving
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Ability to manage cases independently, with appropriate supervision
• Collaborative team player
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet strict deadlines
• Organised, proactive, and positive approach

Experience Required

• Previous employment law experience or demonstrable employment law knowledge
• Experience managing an employment law caseload

The Firm

The firm is a well-established national practice providing legal services to both businesses and individuals. It has a strong reputation for service quality and maintains long-standing relationships with insurers, financial institutions, and membership organisations.

Benefits

The benefits package includes:

• Competitive annual leave entitlement
• Health Cash Plan and gym/lifestyle benefits
• Strong focus on work-life balance and flexible working
• Recognition and referral schemes
• Ongoing development and clear routes to qualification
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability

Interested?

If you are an Employment Solicitor or CILEx Lawyer seeking a flexible, remote-first opportunity within a respected national firm, please apply promptly. Early applications are encouraged due to high levels of interest.