Job Description
Location: Glasgow, Scotlandn Level: Newly Qualified Solicitorn Practice Area: Employment Law
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2026 NQ Employment Lawyer- Glasgow
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An excellent opportunity has arisen for a 2026 newly qualified Employment Lawyer to join a well-regarded mid-tier Scottish law firm. This is a strong role for an ambitious NQ solicitor looking to develop their career within a supportive, commercially focused employment team.
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The role will involve advising a broad range of employer clients on both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters. You will work closely with experienced partners and senior solicitors, gaining exposure to high-quality work across areas such as disciplinary and grievance issues, contracts and policies, employment tribunal claims, settlement agreements, redundancies, TUPE, workplace investigations and general HR advisory support.
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The successful candidate will ideally have completed a seat in employment law during their traineeship, although candidates with strong litigation, commercial or advisory experience and a genuine interest in employment law will also be considered.
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Key responsibilities will include:
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- Advising employer clients on day-to-day employment law and HR matters
- Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, policies and settlement agreements
- Assisting with employment tribunal claims and contentious employment disputes
- Supporting senior lawyers on TUPE, redundancy and restructuring projects
- Carrying out legal research and preparing clear, practical client advice
- Building strong relationships with clients and contributing to business development activity
- Managing your own workload while working as part of a collaborative team
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The ideal candidate will have:
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- Set to qualify in September 2026 (or earlier).
- It is essential that you have at least a 6 months seat in Employment Law.
- A strong interest in employment law.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Good technical ability and attention to detail.
- A commercial, practical and client-focused approach.
- Confidence working directly with clients.
- Strong organisation and time-management skills.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
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This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected Scottish firm offering high-quality employment work, close partner support and excellent long-term career development. The firm provides a friendly and professional working environment, with genuine scope to develop technical expertise and client-facing experience at an early stage.
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On Offer:
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On offer is a competitive NQ salary and Benefits.
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To Apply:
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