Dispute Resolution / Employment Solicitor
Location: Hertford
Salary: Competitive
Seniority: Solicitor / FCILEx, 2+ years PQE
Job Type: Full-time

The Opportunity
We are working with a well-established regional law firm seeking a Dispute Resolution / Employment Solicitor to join their busy team in Hertford. This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor or FCILEx qualified professional with at least 2 years’ PQE to take ownership of a varied caseload across employment law and general litigation, in a supportive yet ambitious environment.

The successful candidate will have experience advising and representing both individuals and corporate clients in a wide range of employment matters, and a solid grounding in general dispute resolution. This role offers exposure to contentious and non-contentious employment law, tribunal and court representation, and wider business litigation.

This role is ideal for a motivated employment/dispute resolution solicitor looking to grow their career in a dynamic and supportive firm, with a clear path for development, exposure to a broad caseload, and a strong focus on both personal and professional wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities
*Represent and advise clients in employment law matters including unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal, discrimination claims, and disciplinary matters
*Draft contracts of employment, staff handbooks, policies, and settlement agreements
*Advise on employee terminations, redundancies, restructures, and boardroom disputes
*Conduct internal investigations and advise on disciplinary procedures
*Work with clients across litigation matters in both corporate and individual contexts
*Contribute to business development and marketing initiatives for the team and firm
*Manage own caseload independently while collaborating with colleagues
The Candidate
*Solicitor or FCILEx qualified with 2+ years’ PQE in employment law and litigation
*Experience representing clients in tribunals and courts
*Strong drafting skills for employment contracts, policies, and agreements
*Confident, proactive, and able to manage cases independently
*Commercially aware and interested in business development
*Team player with a positive attitude, professionalism, and excellent judgement
*Clean driving licence and ability to travel to client meetings where required
Benefits & Culture
*Structured career development and progression
*Supportive environment with mentoring, monthly one-to-ones, team meetings, and appraisals
*Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
*Firm-wide and fee-earner bonus schemes
*25 days holiday per year, increasing annually to a maximum of 30 days
*Contributory corporate pension scheme
*Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
*Access to Healthcare Cash Plan after probation, extendable to dependents
*Comprehensive employee financial wellbeing platform
*Social and wellbeing initiatives