What you will be doing
You will be involved in a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment work, including:
- Advising employers and senior individuals on complex employment matters
- Supporting on high-value and strategically important cases
- Managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision
- Working closely with partners on client strategy and delivery
- Contributing to business development and building your professional profile
What sets this role apart
Partner-led, always
You will work directly with partners from the outset, gaining exposure and insight that many solicitors take years to access.
Quality of work
Our work is complex, high-value and often bespoke, delivered to the standard clients would expect from much larger firms.
A more balanced way of working
We believe high-quality work should be delivered sustainably. Our approach to billing and your workload supports long-term career growth without compromising your wellbeing.
About you
We are looking for a solicitor who is technically capable, commercially aware, and motivated to develop.
You will:
- Be newly qualified up to 3 years’ PQE
- Have experience in both contentious and non-contentious employment law
- Be confident managing your own matters and working to deadlines
- Demonstrate strong client care and communication skills
- Take a proactive and commercially minded approach to your work
- Have a strong attention to detail
You will also have an interest in developing your profile, contributing to marketing and business development activity where appropriate.
The team
Our Employment team is highly regarded and recognised in The Legal 500, advising on a broad range of employment matters for an established and sophisticated client base.
You’ll be part of a close-knit, high-performing team that works collaboratively and takes pride in its work, led by Head of Employment Helen Watson, an experienced advocate and accredited mediator with extensive expertise across both contentious and non-contentious employment law.
About Aaron & Partners
We are not an ordinary law firm.
We are proudly independent and known for our partner-led approach. Our ability to handle complex and bespoke matters, and the strength of our long-term client relationships sets us apart.
Our work requires more than just technical expertise, it demands commercial understanding, clarity of thinking, and a commitment to delivering the right outcome for our clients.
We encourage our solicitors to take ownership of their development, build meaningful client relationships, and broaden their expertise across a range of high-quality work.
Working pattern & benefits
This is a full-time role, based in Chester, Shrewsbury, Wirral or Altrincham, with flexibility built into how we work.
We offer:
- A minimum of 5 weeks’ annual leave
- A paid day off to give back to the community (Volunteer Day)
- Enhanced pension
- Healthcare scheme
- Death in service (4x salary)
- Supported parking scheme
- A flexible and supportive working environment
- A culture focused on long-term career development
Our culture
We are committed to creating a positive and supportive working environment, where individuals are trusted, developed, and encouraged to succeed.
Our approach, internally known as “The A&P Way” is built on collaboration, expertise, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional work.
Equality & inclusion
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to ensuring that all applicants are treated fairly and without discrimination.
