Employment Solicitor / Associate...

Clayton Legal; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected regional law firm in Leeds is seeking an Employment Solicitor with around 5 years of PQE to join their collaborative team. This role involves advising clients on a variety of employment law matters and representing them in tribunal proceedings. The firm offers competitive salary, career development opportunities, and hybrid work arrangements, making it an ideal opportunity for professionals looking for growth and a balanced work-life environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Hybrid working

Supportive working culture

Qualifications

• 5 years’ PQE in employment law.
• Strong grasp of both contentious and advisory work.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Advising on employment law issues.
• Representing clients in employment tribunal proceedings.
• Drafting and negotiating employment contracts.
• Supporting business sales and acquisitions.

Skills

Contentious employment law

Advisory employment law

Communication skills

Client-focused approach

Relationship-building

Job description

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Client:

Clayton Legal

Location:

Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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15

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Employment Solicitor – Regional Law Firm – Leeds

Are you an experienced Employment Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career with a respected and forward-thinking regional law firm?

Our client, a well-established and growing regional firm with a strong reputation for high-quality legal services, is seeking an Employment Solicitor with circa 5 years’ PQE to join their dynamic team in Leeds.

The Role: This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team handling a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters. You’ll act for a diverse client base including SMEs, large corporates, and individual clients across a variety of sectors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising on a full range of employment law issues
• Representing clients in employment tribunal proceedings
• Drafting and negotiating employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements
• Supporting corporate colleagues with employment aspects of business sales and acquisitions
• Delivering client training and contributing to business development

About You: We’re looking for an Employment Solicitor who can hit the ground running and add value to a thriving team. Ideally, you will have:

• Around 5 years’ PQE in employment law
• A strong grasp of both contentious and advisory work
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A proactive and client-focused approach

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• A clear and supported path for career development
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
• A friendly, down-to-earth working culture with real work/life balance

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that values its people, invests in your professional growth, and offers real long-term career prospects.