Employment Solicitor

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A global law firm in Leeds is seeking an Employment Solicitor to provide legal expertise across various sectors. The role involves advising clients, conducting tribunal representations, and drafting legal documents. Successful candidates will have a strong academic background, proven experience in employment law, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, with a competitive salary package including bonuses and holidays.

Benefits

Generous pension contributions of 5%

25 days of holiday leave

Comprehensive health care benefits

Qualifications

• 2-7 years PQE in employment law.
• Proven expertise in tribunal cases.
• Experience from a large firm.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on employment law matters.
• Represent clients in tribunal cases.
• Draft and negotiate contracts and policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Legal advocacy

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

• Join a global law firm in Leeds
• Great career prospects and a competitive salary on offer

About Our Client

The client is a well known international law firm with a large office in central Leeds. The firm offer great career prospects alongside a highly competitive salary and benefits package. The firms Employment team is ranked as a leading team by the legal directories for Yorkshire.

Job Description

The Employment Solicitor will deal with a range of work including;

• Provide expert legal advice on employment law matters to clients across various sectors including retail, sports and technology
• Draft, review, and negotiate employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements.
• Represent clients in employment tribunal cases, including preparation and advocacy.
• Advise on redundancy processes, TUPE, and other workplace restructuring matters.
• Conduct training sessions on employment law topics for clients and internal teams.
• Support senior team members in complex legal cases and strategic decision-making.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Employment Solicitor should have:

• A strong academic background and likely to be around 2-7 years PQE
• Proven expertise in employment law and handling tribunal cases.
• Experience gained from a large regional, national or international law firm.
• Ties to Leeds
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple cases efficiently.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering results.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary in the range of £68000 to £78000 per annum.
• Generous pension contributions of 5%.
• Bonus potential of up to 20%, rewarding exceptional performance.
• 25 days of holiday leave to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health care benefits for peace of mind.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Employment Solicitor to advance their career with a global law firm. If you are ready to take the next step, we encourage you to apply today!