Experienced Employment Solicitor - Leading Team

Think Legal Recruitment; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate or Legal Director to join their top-tier employment team in a vibrant city center location. This role offers the chance to engage with a broad spectrum of employment law cases, providing high-quality legal services to prestigious clients. With a commitment to flexibility and employee wellbeing, the firm fosters a supportive culture that encourages professional growth and mentorship. If you're looking for a role that balances quality work with a fulfilling lifestyle, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Supportive Culture

Professional Development Opportunities

Great Benefits Package

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE in employment law with a focus on corporate clients.
• Experience in supervising and mentoring junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse range of contentious and non-contentious employment law cases.
• Work with blue-chip corporates, local authorities, and healthcare clients.

Skills

Employment Law

Client Advising

Supervising Junior Team Members

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Employment Senior Associate / Legal Director
Newcastle City Centre
Market-Leading Practice
Genuinely flexible / hybrid working – one of the best setups around

One of the region’s top employment teams is growing – again – and they’re looking to hire at Senior Associate or Legal Director level. The role has come about due to continued growth, an increasing number of instructions, and recent changes in employment law.

Why consider this role?

-Join a standout team with a strong presence in Yorkshire and beyond

-Handle a broad range of work across contentious and non-contentious respondent employment law

-Act for large blue-chip corporates, local authorities, and major healthcare sector clients

-Enjoy high-quality work without sacrificing quality of life

-Work in a truly flexible, hybrid environment that supports your wellbeing

The ideal candidate:

-At least 5 years’ PQE in employment law

-Experience advising large national or international corporate clients

-Comfortable supervising and mentoring junior team members

-Looking for a role with excellent work, clear progression, and a genuinely supportive culture

Not quite sure if you’re ready to make a move?
That’s okay – the Head of Department is happy to have an informal, no-strings-attached chat over coffee or tea

Salary:
Competitive and at the top end of market rate (depending on experience) + great benefits package

For a confidential conversation, get in touch with:
Graham Rawlinson – Think Legal Recruitment
[e-mail]