Employment Solicitor

Cra Consulting; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Varied caseload

Professional development

Job summary

Cra Consulting is seeking an Employment Solicitor to join its Leeds team. The role offers a varied caseload in employment law, with opportunities to manage files, advise clients, and contribute to the department’s development.

The successful candidate will have 3–5 years' PQE in employment law, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and a client-focused approach, with hybrid working and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 3–5 years' PQE in employment law.
• Experience handling a varied employment law caseload and advising on relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of employment law matters from instruction to resolution.
• Advise individuals and businesses on contentious and non-contentious employment issues.
• Draft employment contracts, settlement agreements, policies and other documentation.
• Handle matters involving unfair dismissal, discrimination, redundancy, disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Represent clients in negotiations and, where appropriate, Employment Tribunal proceedings.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with clear, practical advice.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high standards of client service.

Skills

PQE in employment law

Drafting & negotiation

Client-focused approach

Job description

Role: Employment Solicitor
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Contract: Full time, permanent, hybrid

An established law firm is looking to recruit an Employment Solicitor to join its team in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with around 3-5 years' PQE to develop their expertise within employment law, working as part of a supportive team with access to a varied caseload of matters.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to manage their own files, advise clients on a range of employment law issues and contribute to the continued development of the department.

The Role

• Managing a varied caseload of employment law matters from initial instruction through to resolution.
• Advising individuals and businesses on a range of contentious and non-contentious employment issues.
• Drafting employment contracts, settlement agreements, policies and other relevant documentation.
• Handling matters involving unfair dismissal, discrimination, redundancy, disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Representing clients in negotiations and, where appropriate, Employment Tribunal proceedings.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through clear, practical and commercially focused advice.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a high standard of client service.

About You

• A qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with ideally 3-5 years' PQE in employment law.
• Experience handling a varied employment law caseload and advising clients on relevant legislation and procedures.
• Confident managing files independently while knowing when to seek guidance on more complex matters.
• Strong communication, drafting and negotiation skills.
• A client-focused approach, with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• A proactive and organised approach, with a genuine interest in developing your career within employment law.

What's on Offer?

• A competitive salary of £45,000-£50,000, depending on experience.
• Hybrid working to support a healthy work-life balance.
• The opportunity to manage a varied and engaging caseload.
• A supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development.
• The chance to further develop your employment law expertise within an established legal practice.