Senior Employment Litigator

Direct Line Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm is seeking a Senior Employment Litigator to join its law firm in a hybrid role based in Leeds. The successful candidate will manage a complex caseload of employment claims, providing clear legal advice and supervising team members. Applicants must have at least 3 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of employment law. Benefits include a performance bonus and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Up to 10% annual performance bonus

Insurance discounts

Health and dental options

EV car scheme

Generous holidays

Share schemes

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience handling a caseload of employment claims.
• Deep understanding of employment law and Employment Tribunal procedure.
• Desirable experience with Legal Expenses Insurance-funded claims.

Responsibilities

• Handle a complex caseload of employment claims.
• Provide clear and accurate legal advice.
• Supervise other employment lawyers in the team.
• Manage clients' expectations and explain decisions clearly.
• Lead and identify learning & development needs.

Skills

Experience handling employment claims

Understanding of employment law

Legal Expenses Insurance knowledge

Education

Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Paralegal qualification

Job description

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DLG is evolving. Across every facet of our business, our teams are embracing new opportunities and putting customers at the heart of everything they do. Whether you’re already part of the team or thinking about joining us, you’ll be working in a place where empathy meets expertise. Within our own dedicated law firm, our diversely experienced team supports and guides customers through life’s toughest moments. It’s a fast-paced and collaborative working environment, but our comprehensive training and tools will help ensure you’re ready for the challenge. You can find more details about DLG Legal Services on our website.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Employment Litigator to join our dynamic law firm on a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract / Secondment basis.

The role

The role involves handling a complex caseload of employment claims of varying degrees of complexity. You will be taking initial instructions, providing clear and accurate legal advice, and promptly progressing claims in a timely manner. The whole process will be done in line with the terms of the client's legal expenses insurance policy. You will also supervise other employment lawyers within the team, providing support and guidance throughout the litigation process.

What will you be doing

You will act for clients on a full range of employment disputes, handle conduct of the claims from the initial assessment stage through to final hearing and beyond to enforcement where appropriate.

You will provide accurate and clear legal advice, manage clients' expectations, and explain decisions and the steps in the claims process clearly and succinctly.

You will deliver a professional service to clients by providing timely and accurate advice, as well as handling their expectations.

You will apply a consistent approach to assessing the legal merits of claims.

Your responsibilities will include recording time spent accurately and maintaining system records.

You will identify, own, and handle the risks involved in running our business, in line with the relevant risk framework and in compliance with all DLG Legal Services policies, procedures, and the SRA Code of Conduct.

You will lead your learning & development needs and opportunities for self-progression.

You will collaborate with colleagues to build relationships with other departments and suppliers. You will act as a Subject Matter Expert to your peers.

You will support the strategic development of department standard methodology, product performance, and the customer experience through continuous improvement initiatives.

Who are we looking for

You will need at least 3 years of experience handling a caseload of employment claims.

You should be a Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Paralegal with relevant experience.

A deep understanding of employment law and Employment Tribunal procedure is essential.

Experience dealing with Legal Expenses Insurance-funded claims is desirable but not essential.

Hours: 35 hours per week (Mon-Fri), working hours 9am-5pm

Location: Bristol (BS1 6JS), Leeds (LS1 4AZ), or Bromley (BR1 1DP)

Home Working: Hybrid model (2 days from the office, 3 days from home)

Working hours: 35 hours per week (Monday - Friday)

We offer excellent benefits, including up to 10% annual performance bonus, insurance discounts, health and dental options, EV car scheme, generous holidays, share schemes, employee discounts, and more.

Ways of Working: Our hybrid model offers flexibility, with colleagues spending at least 2 days a week in the office, depending on role and team.

We support our people to work at their best, offering flexibility and work-life balance. Our benefits reflect our commitment to supporting you beyond just salary.

Be yourself

Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can succeed. If you need adjustments to our recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team.