Employment Lawyer

ENL Legal Recruitment; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer for a 12-month fixed-term contract in West Yorkshire with hybrid work options. The successful candidate will manage various employment claims, provide legal guidance, and mentor less experienced lawyers. A competitive salary and excellent benefits package are offered, alongside a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Discounts on insurance products

Discounts on car schemes

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' PQE in Employment Law.
• Extensive experience with Employment Tribunal procedures.
• Strong legal analysis and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse employment claims from instruction to hearings.
• Provide legal guidance and mentor junior lawyers.
• Effectively handle Employment Tribunal procedures.

Skills

Employment Law

Litigation

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

Employment Lawyer - 3+ PQE - West Yorkshire / Hybrid - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract - £40,000 - £50,000 DOE

We are seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer for a 12-month fixed-term contract based in West Yorkshire with hybrid working arrangements. This role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and flexible working options.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage a diverse range of employment claims from initial instruction through to final hearing and post-hearing requirements.
2. Provide precise legal guidance, manage client expectations, and mentor junior employment lawyers through litigation stages.
3. Handle Employment Tribunal procedures effectively.

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 3 years' PQE.
• Strong understanding of employment law and extensive experience with Employment Tribunal procedures.

Additional Information:

This position is on a hybrid basis, allowing up to three days of remote work each week. Benefits include a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and discounts on insurance products and car schemes.

Application Process:

To apply, please contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on 0113 320 0575 or email [e-mail] with your CV for a confidential discussion.

eNL values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.