Employment Solicitor –NQ to 2 Year PQE, Nottingham – £38,000 to £55,000 - Excellent NQ Opportunity

The firm
A highly regarded Nottingham practice with a strong reputation for delivering quality advice to a broad client base, from owner-managed businesses through to large corporates and well-known brands. The Employment team is particularly well established and recognised in the Legal 500, known for its depth of expertise across employer-led work and its commercially focused approach. Led by a well-known and influential figure in the employment law space, the team combines technical strength with a modern, forward-thinking outlook, including regular thought leadership, webinars and wider industry engagement.

The role

*Joining in a newly created position driven by continued growth within the Employment team
*Advising predominantly employer clients across a full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious matters
*Handling issues such as employee relations, tribunal litigation, redundancy and restructuring, TUPE, dismissals and discrimination
*Supporting on more complex matters including High Court disputes relating to restrictive covenants
*Drafting and reviewing key documentation including contracts, policies and settlement agreements
*Managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision, while also assisting senior members of the team on larger matters
*Working closely with a collaborative and approachable team, contributing to a positive and engaged working environment
You

*NQ to 2 years’ PQE with prior exposure to employment law
*Able to manage your own matters while knowing when to seek support
*Commercially minded, with the ability to provide clear, practical advice tailored to business needs
*Strong communicator with the confidence to build lasting client relationships
*Organised and able to manage competing priorities effectively
*Ambitious, proactive and keen to establish yourself within a growing team
*A genuine team player who wants to contribute and make an impact
Client relationships and development

*Building strong relationships with clients and consistently delivering a high level of service
*Taking a proactive approach to problem-solving and adding value beyond the immediate legal issue
*Getting involved in business development initiatives, including webinars, articles and LinkedIn engagement
*Playing a visible role in helping to grow both the Employment team and the wider firm
Benefits

*Hybrid and flexible working options following an initial period
*Supportive and down-to-earth team culture
*Exposure to high-quality, varied work from an early stage
*Ongoing training and development, both technically and commercially
*Strong emphasis on work-life balance and employee wellbeing
This is an ideal opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor or someone early in their career who wants more than just a support role—offering real responsibility, strong mentorship and the chance to develop within a well-regarded team.

Contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal today to find out more.