Employment Associate

Employment Solicitor (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.

The Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of employment law matters from instruction through to conclusion.
• Advising clients on executive exits and settlement agreements.
• Handling claimant employment tribunal litigation.
• Supporting colleagues with employment law advice on commercial matters.
• Delivering excellent client care and building strong client relationships.
• Drafting legal documents, correspondence and pleadings.
• Managing deadlines effectively while maintaining a high standard of work.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with approximately 5+ years’ PQE in Employment Law.
• Strong knowledge of employment tribunal procedures.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Able to manage competing priorities and work to tight deadlines.
• Confident working independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
• Proactive with a positive, flexible approach to work.

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working.
• Competitive salary.
• Profit Share Scheme, offering tax-free payments of up to £3,600 per year (subject to eligibility).
• Generous annual leave, increasing with length of service.
• Employer pension contributions.
• Private Health Insurance (following qualifying service).
• Life Assurance.
• Professional membership and subscription support.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 wellbeing support.
• Regular social events and firm-wide celebrations.

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.