Senior Employment Solicitor

Employment

Location: Leeds & West Yorkshire
Type: permanent
Job Reference: 5182

Managing Associate - Employment Lawyer | Leeds
£Competitive + Benefits | Hybrid Working (3 days office minimum)

The Opportunity

Ready to take your employment law career to the next level? We're working with a leading full-service law firm seeking a senior employment lawyer to join their dynamic Leeds team. With 5+ years PQE under your belt, you'll dive straight into premium work for household-name clients.

This isn't just another employment role - it's your chance to work across the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious matters while building lasting client relationships that will define your career.

What You'll Be Doing
The full employment law experience:

Complex tribunal litigation and whistleblowing cases
Major restructuring and outsourcing projects
Business protection issues across financial services, retail, energy and transport
HR support work spanning all business sectors
Client relationship development and new business opportunities

Growth and collaboration:

Work alongside industry-leading partners and cross-practice teams
Mentor junior colleagues and share your expertise
Embrace cutting-edge tools and AI to enhance client service
Access formal training, mentoring and leadership development programmes

What The Firm are Looking For

The essentials:

Minimum 5 years PQE in employment law
Strong mix of contentious and non-contentious experience
Client-focused mindset with relationship-building skills
Sharp attention to detail and proactive approach

The differentiators:

Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for complex challenges
Agility and flexibility in a fast-paced environment
Genuine interest in understanding what drives clients
Collaborative spirit and mentoring capabilities

Why This Move Makes Sense

Flexible working that actually works - Hybrid model with 3 days minimum in the office, occasional UK travel
Premium client exposure - FTSE 100 companies and major financial institutions from day one
Supportive culture - Genuine investment in your development within a collegiate environment
Career trajectory - Clear path for progression with a firm that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives

Ready to imagine what you could achieve?
This is employment law at its finest - challenging, rewarding, and with real impact. If you're looking for your next career-defining move, let's talk.

Email: graham@thinklegalrecruitment.com
Mobile: 07745205690

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