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Employment Solicitor

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Iceland Foods

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
  • Chester

AI generated summary

  • You need 5+ years’ PQE in employment law, primarily on the respondent side, with experience managing Employment Tribunal cases. All skilled candidates are encouraged to apply.
  • You will advise on employment law, manage your own caseload with autonomy, and collaborate effectively within a strong team environment. Good time management is essential.

Requirements

  • Experience in employment law (particularly in managing a caseload of Employment Tribunal matters) is essential. We would expect the candidate to have worked predominantly in employment law, wholly or mainly on the respondent side.
  • Candidates must be qualified solicitors with at least 5 years’ PQE in a law firm or in-house department. Ideally, we are looking for candidates with 5-8 years’ PQE. Please note our advertisements use PQE levels purely as a guide to the minimum level of experience that we consider is required. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil this kind of work.

Responsibilities

  • Acting as a trusted adviser to the business on employment law matters.
  • Ability to handle his/her own case load with a degree of autonomy (although supervision will be provided) and good time management skills.
  • Ability to work as a team player in a strong team environment.

FAQs

What is the location of the Employment Solicitor position?

The Employment Solicitor position is based at our Head Office in Deeside.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Employment Solicitor?

The primary responsibilities include handling Employment Tribunal litigation, providing transactional/project support, and offering ad hoc advisory work on various employment matters.

What experience is required for this role?

Candidates must have at least 5 years’ PQE in employment law, predominantly working on the respondent side, with experience managing a caseload of Employment Tribunal matters.

Is there a specific PQE range preferred for applicants?

Ideally, we are looking for candidates with 5-8 years’ PQE, though we are open to considering all candidates who can demonstrate the necessary skills.

Is the Employment Solicitor role more suited for in-house or private practice candidates?

Applications are welcome from candidates currently working in-house or those in private practice who have a genuine desire to move in-house.

What benefits are offered to employees in this role?

Benefits include a 15% discount in Iceland stores, 30% discount at Club Individual Restaurants, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension, free onsite parking, subsidised staff restaurant, and several other perks.

Who will the Employment Solicitor report to?

The Employment Solicitor will report to and work alongside a Senior Employment Solicitor within the wider Legal Services Department.

What skills are essential for the Employment Solicitor position?

Essential skills include strong commercial awareness, strategic thinking, excellent attention to detail, time management, and strong communication skills.

Is there a strong focus on training and development within the team?

Yes, the team highly values training and offers a supportive environment with a variety and quality of work akin to that of a large firm.

What kind of work environment can candidates expect in this role?

Candidates can expect a fast-paced and varied role within an entrepreneurial company, requiring confidence and the ability to think on their feet.

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Iceland Foods

Roll your sleeves up and make a difference. Be proud. Be brave. Be everything that makes us different. Be Iceland

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1970
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

There’s no other business quite like Iceland. No frills. No fuss. Lots of fun. Very down to earth. And big on personality and getting things done. The pace here is lightning quick. We value our colleagues. And together we work hard, challenge the norm and go the extra mile to make our customers happy. That’s what it’s like to work here every day. Iceland isn’t for everyone. It can be challenging and the pressure can be on. But if you’re friendly, customer focused and always positive, Iceland is for you! With over 900 stores throughout the UK, a further 40 owned or franchised stores across Europe, and a global export business, we're a unique business. We're different. We care. We're not a dull, stuffy corporate. We're Iceland. We're one big team. A diverse group of people who get stuck in and work together. Whatever our job, we do it our way. So, be part of it, roll your sleeves up and make a difference. Be proud. Be brave. Be everything that makes us different. Be Iceland