Employment Litigation Specialist

For experienced Litigation Employment professionals seeking a role centred on legal expertise, strategic case handling and client support, this opportunity offers the chance to thrive in a collaborative environment free from billing and business development pressures

Why join WorkNest?

WorkNest, part of Axiom GRC’s wider Governance, Risk and Compliance division, provides expert support across Employment Law, HR, Compliance, Health & Safety, Cybersecurity, and ISO services. Supported by advanced technology, we deliver pragmatic, commercially focused advice to a diverse client base through a fixed-fee model.

This role offers a distinct alternative to traditional private practice:

• No business development responsibilities

• No billing or fee targets

• A fixed-fee client model, providing a consistent and engaged client base

This enables you to focus on what matters most, delivering excellent legal advice, building strong client relationships, and continuing to develop your expertise.

Our continued growth, driven by strong performance and strategic acquisitions including Bulletproof, Pentest People, IMSM and Wirehouse, has created an opportunity for an Employment Law Advisor to join our team. Today, Axiom GRC supports over 40,000 organisations globally.

What we offer

• Salary up to £49,000 per annum (depending on experience)

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Structured development through our Legal Academy

• A collaborative and inclusive culture

• Remote / hybrid working options

What we’re looking for

Whether you're a qualified Employment Solicitor or an employment law or HR professional with at least two years experience in employment law, this is an opportunity to build your career within a specialist litigation team. You'll manage your own Employment Tribunal caseload, provide high-quality advice to SME clients, and contribute to a service built on expertise, professionalism and outstanding client care.

We pride ourselves on delivering trusted, legally compliant advice and documentation, particularly for Employment Tribunal cases. As part of our expert team, you’ll handle a diverse caseload of litigation matters, from drafting responses and preparing witness statements to representing clients in Tribunal hearings. You’ll work closely with key stakeholders, including ACAS and litigants in person, ensuring effective case management while providing practical, commercially focused guidance to clients.

Beyond casework, you’ll play a key role in managing client relationships, supporting senior colleagues with complex litigation, and identifying opportunities for business growth. You’ll also contribute to team efficiencies by sharing best practices and process improvements. We invest in your professional development, keeping you at the forefront of employment law while working in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Up for the challenge?

If you share our values of Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork and Inclusion, please use the purple ‘apply now’ button to begin your application. You’ll be asked to submit a CV and covering letter outlining how you fulfil the person specification for this post.

WorkNest is committed to creating a culture of Inclusion and ensuring that everyone – job applicants, clients, colleagues, and anyone else we deal with – is treated fairly and with respect. We continuously review our policies and processes to support our aim to create a diverse team, however, please speak to our Talent Team if there are any adjustments, we need to make in order to ensure, a genuine equality of opportunity.

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Closing date: 18th October 2026 . Please note: Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. We may look to close the advert early, so please don't delay in submitting an application.

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