Principal Lawyer Employment Rights

Thompsons Solicitors; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a Principal Lawyer to head its Employment Rights team in Leeds or Newcastle. This senior role focuses on driving strategy for complex cases while mentoring a skilled team of lawyers. The firm offers a competitive salary, generous pension, and flexible hybrid working arrangements. If you'd like to make an impact in employment law, apply now or contact us for more information.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous pension

Car allowance

30 days holiday

Wellbeing and growth benefits

Qualifications

• Over eight years’ post-qualification experience.
• Strong commitment to justice and workers’ rights.

Responsibilities

• Head up the Employment Rights team and drive strategic direction.
• Mentor and develop a talented group of lawyers.
• Collaborate with regional management for success.

Skills

Litigation skills

Leadership capabilities

Understanding of employment rights

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Principal Lawyer to head up our Employment Rights team, based in Leeds or Newcastle. This is your chance to take on a senior role where your expertise will shape the future of employment law and make a real difference to working people.

Supported by our Regional Manager for Yorkshire and the North East you’ll be at the forefront of complex, high-profile cases, guiding strategy and mentoring a talented team of lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Head up the Employment Rights team and drive strategic direction on complex, high-profile cases.
• Mentor and develop a talented group of lawyers, supporting their professional growth and performance.
• Collaborate with the Regional Manager for Yorkshire and the North East to ensure region-wide alignment and success.
• Contribute to shaping the future of employment legislation through leadership and advocacy.

Qualifications

• With over eight years’ post-qualification experience, you’ll bring sharp litigation skills and a deep understanding of employment rights.
• Strong leadership capabilities and a demonstrated commitment to justice and defending workers’ rights.

Location and Working Arrangements

Hybrid working with a 50/50 home/office split, based in either our Newcastle or Leeds office. If based in Leeds there would be a requirement for occasional travel to Newcastle (costs covered) to catch up with your team.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Generous pension
• Car allowance
• 30 days holiday
• A range of wellbeing and growth benefits

If you’re ready to take the next bold step in your legal career and lead with purpose, we want to hear from you. For a confidential conversation, contact Steven King on 07929 015230 — or apply now and become part of something bigger in Leeds.