Employment Associate

Leeds | Hybrid Working | 5+ PQE

An established and highly regarded law firm is looking to recruit an experienced Employment Solicitor to join its growing team in Leeds.

This is a hybrid opportunity, offering a mix of office and home working following the successful completion of probation.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of employment matters, with a particular focus on executive exits, claimant employment tribunal litigation and supporting the wider commercial team on employment-related matters.

This position would suit an Employment Solicitor with around 5+ years' PQE and a strong understanding of the employment tribunal process. Experience acting for respondents or advising employers on non-contentious employment matters would be advantageous but is not essential.

You will be joining a supportive and collaborative team, offering an excellent opportunity to further develop your expertise and progress your career.

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• Managing a varied caseload of employment law matters from instruction through to conclusion.
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• Advising clients on executive exits and settlement agreements.
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• Handling claimant employment tribunal litigation.
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• Supporting colleagues with employment law advice on commercial matters.
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• Delivering excellent client care and building strong client relationships.
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• Drafting legal documents, correspondence and pleadings.
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• Managing deadlines effectively while maintaining a high standard of work.
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• Qualified Solicitor with approximately 5+ years' PQE in Employment Law.
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• Strong knowledge of employment tribunal procedures.
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• Excellent communication and client care skills.
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• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
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• Able to manage competing priorities and work to tight deadlines.
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• Confident working independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
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• Proactive with a positive, flexible approach to work.
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• Hybrid working.
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• Competitive salary.
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• Profit Share Scheme, offering tax-free payments of up to £3,600 per year (subject to eligibility).
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• Generous annual leave, increasing with length of service.
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• Employer pension contributions.
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• Private Health Insurance (following qualifying service).
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• Life Assurance.
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• Professional membership and subscription support.
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• Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 wellbeing support.
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• Regular social events and firm-wide celebrations.
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If you're looking to join a supportive firm where your contribution is recognised and rewarded, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your Employment Law career.