Employment Solicitor

My client is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor (Associate) to join their growing Employment team based in Leeds. This is a hybrid opportunity offering a mix of office and home working following completion of probation. The successful candidate will work closely with a Partner, managing a varied caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, while also supporting the Corporate and Commercial team on employment-related issues. Key Responsibilities • Manage executive exit and settlement agreement matters. • Handle claimant employment tribunal litigation from instruction through to conclusion. • Advise clients on a range of employment law matters. • Assist the Corporate and Commercial team with employment aspects of corporate transactions. • Prepare legal documentation, correspondence and tribunal paperwork. • Manage deadlines and ensure compliance with tribunal procedures. • Deliver excellent client care and maintain strong client relationships. • Explain complex legal issues clearly, both verbally and in writing. • Work efficiently while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Requirements • Qualified Solicitor with approximately 5+ years' PQE in Employment Law. • Strong knowledge of the Employment Tribunal process. • Experience handling claimant employment litigation. • Respondent employment litigation experience would be advantageous. • Experience advising employers on non-contentious employment matters is desirable. • Excellent drafting, communication and negotiation skills. • Highly organised with strong attention to detail. • Ability to manage a busy caseload independently. • Commercially minded with a proactive approach to client service. Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful