Senior Employment Solicitor

CRA Legal; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly respected law firm in Leeds seeks a Senior Associate Solicitor specializing in Employment Law. This role involves managing a diverse caseload, advising clients, and engaging in business development. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of experience in a well-regarded Employment Law team and strong client management skills. The position offers competitive salary, hybrid work options, and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Generous bonus scheme

Hybrid working arrangement

Market-leading benefits

Qualifications

• 3-7 years PQE in Employment Law, essential for team structure.
• Strong background advising employers; not acting for employees/trade unions.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload with high client care.

Responsibilities

• Work with corporates and SMEs on employment matters.
• Manage your own contentious and non-contentious caseload.
• Advise clients on HR and management issues.

Skills

Employment Law expertise

Client relationship management

Business development

Caseload management

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Overview

Role: Senior Associate Solicitor - Employment Law
Location: Leeds, Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home)
Salary: £50,000 - £85,000 + Bonus + Benefits

The Opportunity

CRA Consulting are delighted to be working with a highly respected law firm in Leeds who are looking to strengthen their Employment Law team with the appointment of a talented Senior Associate Solicitor. This is a standout opportunity to join one of Yorkshire's leading practices, where you will be entrusted with a varied and stimulating workload alongside first-class client exposure. The firm is recognised for the strength of its employment practice and is keen to attract an ambitious lawyer who can add real value to its employer-focused offering.

The Role

• Work with a broad spectrum of clients including major corporates, well-known regional businesses and high-growth SMEs across multiple sectors.
• Managing your own caseload of both contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
• Advising and supporting clients on day-to-day HR and people management issues.
• Working closely with senior colleagues on complex and strategic projects.
• Supporting the corporate, commercial, and restructuring teams on employment aspects of transactions.
• Designing and delivering engaging client training and seminars (both in-person and virtually).
• Playing an active role in business development and client relationship management.

About You

• 3-7 years PQE within a well-regarded Employment Law team (essential for team structure).
• A strong background in advising and representing employers (experience acting for employees/trade unions will not be sufficient).
• The ability to manage a busy caseload while maintaining the highest levels of client care.
• A commercially minded, proactive and adaptable approach - calm under pressure and confident working both autonomously and as part of a collaborative team.
• A track record of developing strong internal and external client relationships.

Rewards & Benefits

• Salary: £50,000 - £85,000 depending on experience.
• Generous bonus scheme rewarding high performance.
• Hybrid working - 2 days from home per week.
• A wide range of market-leading benefits designed to support both professional and personal wellbeing.

Why Apply?

This is an exceptional chance to take your career to the next level with a forward-thinking law firm where you will have direct client exposure, mentoring from leading Employment Partners, and genuine scope for career progression.

If you are ready to step into a role where your expertise will be valued and your career ambitions supported, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:

Rob Addy
CRA Consulting | Sheffield
07378 123456 | [e-mail]