Employment Solicitor (Leeds)

Simpson Judge; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm in Leeds is seeking an Employment Law Solicitor to manage a caseload of Employment Tribunal matters. The role requires advising clients, managing legal documentation, and supporting non-contentious work. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and a passion for employment law. Flexibility in working arrangements is offered.

Qualifications

• Strong passion for employment law.
• Ability to take responsibility for case strategy.
• Experience managing a caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on Employment Tribunal claims.
• Manage Employment Tribunal matters, including negotiations.
• Ensure accurate and high-quality client advice.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Team-oriented

Education

Fully qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or FCILEx

Job description

Overview

Employment Law Solicitor

Location: Leeds

Salary: From £40,000 (Would accept NQ s)

Purpose of the Role

We are seeking a Solicitor or FCILEx to join a dynamic Employment team. The role involves managing a caseload of legal expense insurer files and assisting with non-contentious employment work. There may also be opportunities to supervise junior case handlers. This is a challenging but rewarding position, and the team values mutual support and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on potential Employment Tribunal claims.
• Manage a caseload of Employment Tribunal matters, including drafting pleadings and witness statements, negotiating settlements, advising on settlement agreements, and instructing counsel or advocates as required.
• Comply with insurer service level agreements.
• Support the team with non-contentious employment work, including contracts, handbooks, and reactive or proactive employment advice.
• Participate in marketing initiatives, including writing employment law updates and providing client training sessions.
• Ensure accurate and high-quality advice is provided to clients.
• Use case management systems to progress files efficiently.
• Billing and invoicing.

Qualifications

• Essential:
• Fully qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or FCILEx.
• Strong passion for employment law and practical, commercial problem-solving.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication, organisation, and time management skills.
• Ability to take responsibility for case strategy with appropriate support.
• Team-oriented with the ability to prioritise and meet strict deadlines.
• Positive and proactive attitude.

Experience Required

• Previous experience in Employment Law at a sufficient level.
• Ability to manage and run a caseload independently.

This role offers flexibility in working arrangements and is ideal for candidates looking to grow their career in a supportive and collaborative Employment team. If this role is of interest to you please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge