Employment Solicitor - #2088102

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Employment Solicitor to join a growing Legal 500 rated team in Leeds. Working alongside high profile Partners, you will advise a diverse client base on a broad range of contentious and non contentious employment matters.

This role is ideal for a solicitor looking to accelerate their career with a respected national law firm known for its culture, quality of work and long term career opportunities.

Client Details

Our client is a national UK law firm with a large full service office in Leeds. Recognised by the legal directories and regularly acknowledged as one of the UK's best employers, the firm has built an enviable reputation for combining high quality work with an outstanding people focused values.

The business acts for a broad range of clients including major national organisations, public sector bodies, fast growing businesses and international companies. Employees benefit from excellent staff retention and a good career prospects. The firm is particularly well regarded for its flexible working approach, employee well being initiatives and inclusive culture.

Description

The Employment Solicitor will be:

• Advising clients on a broad range of employment law matters
• Managing Employment Tribunal claims from inception through to conclusion
• Working with employers on disciplinary, grievance and capability matters
• Advising on discrimination, whistleblowing and unfair dismissal issues
• Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, policies and procedures
• Delivering training sessions and legal updates to clients
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Helping on business development and networking initiatives
• Working closely with colleagues across the wider employment team
• Contributing to the continued growth of the Leeds practice

Profile

The Employment Solicitor should be:

• A solicitor with 1 to 5 years PQE in employment law
• Experienced in managing Employment Tribunal matters
• Comfortable advising on both contentious and non contentious employment issues
• Commercially aware with strong client relationship skills
• An excellent communicator with strong drafting abilities
• Keen to participate in business development activities
• Able to work collaboratively within a high performing team
• Motivated to develop their career within a large national practice

Job Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £70,000 per annum.
• 25 days of annual holiday leave plus additional benefits.
• Employer pension contributions at 5%.
• Health care coverage to support your well-being.
• Performance-based bonus structure.
• Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.