Employment Lawyer (fully remote)

Employment Lawyer (Solicitor / CILEx)

Remote-first | South West or Yorkshire hubs
£40,000+ DOE | Flexible hours available

An established legal services provider is looking to appoint an employment lawyer to join a growing team handling a mix of contentious and advisory work.

The role is remote-first, with optional access to regional offices for those who prefer a hybrid arrangement. Applications are welcomed from lawyers seeking full-time or reduced-hours working, with flexibility built into the role from day one.

The Opportunity

You will be responsible for managing your own employment caseload, primarily focused on tribunal-based matters, alongside supporting advisory and documentation work where required. The position offers a good balance of autonomy and support, with clear processes in place and scope to take on additional responsibility over time.

This is a practical, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys managing files end-to-end and delivering clear, commercially focused advice.

Typical work will include:

• Assessing prospects and advising on potential employment claims

• Managing tribunal cases from early stages through to resolution

• Drafting key documentation, including statements and pleadings

• Handling settlement discussions and formal agreements

• Assisting with advisory matters such as employment documentation and day-to-day HR queries

• Contributing to knowledge sharing and team initiatives

About You

• Qualified solicitor, barrister or CILEx lawyer (or equivalent experience)

• Prior exposure to employment law and confidence running matters independently

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines

• Comfortable working remotely while remaining engaged with a wider team

Working Arrangements

• Remote-first role with optional hybrid working

• Regional office access in the South West or Yorkshire

• Full-time or part-time working patterns considered

• Flexible scheduling within standard business hours

What’s on Offer

• Salary from £40,000 depending on experience

• Generous holiday allowance and wellbeing support

• Lifestyle and healthcare-related benefits

• Emphasis on sustainable workloads and work-life balance

• Supportive environment with structured development opportunities