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Employment Solicitor

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  • £60000 - £70000 per annum
  • Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • Permanent
  • Legal, Private Practice

Employment Solicitor

A dynamic employment law team is seeking an Employment Solicitor to join their Leeds office. This is a varied and fast-paced role advising a broad range of clients on employment law matters, combining both advisory work and tribunal advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality employment law advice to clients in person, by telephone, and in writing

  • Manage a tribunal caseload and conduct hearings, including preliminary hearings and CMDs

  • Draft documents, conduct legal research, and provide practical, solution-focused guidance

  • Attend meetings and negotiations with clients and third parties

  • Support business development activities, including training and networking

  • Supervise and delegate work to trainees, paralegals, or support staff where appropriate

The Candidate

  • Qualified solicitor with 2-5 years' post-qualification experience in employment law

  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work to challenging timescales and manage competing priorities

  • Excellent attention to detail and effective organisational skills

  • Proactive, team-oriented, and committed to professional development

Benefits & Working Pattern

  • £60,000-£70,000 salary (DOE)

  • Hybrid working model offering flexibility between office and remote working

  • Exposure to both advisory and contentious employment matters

  • Supportive team environment and career progression opportunities

To Apply
For more information or to apply, please contact Danica Whiting.

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Danica Whiting Recruitment Consultant

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