Employment Solicitor

Looking to build a career in Employment Law where your skills really make a difference?

A fantastic opportunity has arisen with a boutique law firm in Leeds seeking a Newly Qualified Employment Solicitor to join its dynamic and growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced employment specialists on high-value, complex matters. The firm has a strong reputation for its expertise in both contentious and non-contentious employment work, advising a broad client base that includes senior executives, SMEs, and large organisations

What's in it for you?

Hands on experience from day one- you will be involved in real, complex employment matters straight away

Exposure to diverse and high calibre client base- work with a varied mix of clients, including senior executives, SME's and high-profile corporate employers

Competitive Package- a competitive salary, performance incentives and clear pathway for progression

Close Mentorship- Benefit from structured training, informal mentoring, and regular feedback to help you sharpen your technical skills and grow as a confident employment law specialist

The role:

This is a unique opportunity to kickstart your career in a specialist environment where you'll be supported to grow into a trusted adviser. You'll work as part of a close-knit team that values initiative, curiosity, and client care. With exposure to high-profile and often sensitive employment matters, you'll quickly develop the confidence and skill set needed to thrive in private practice. The firm's flat structure means you'll gain direct access to senior lawyers, clients, and complex files - accelerating your development and giving you a real sense of ownership over your work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on a broad range of employment law issues, including discrimination, unfair dismissal, whistleblowing, redundancy, TUPE, and contractual disputes.
• Assist with both contentious and non-contentious work, supporting matters from initial instruction through to resolution.
• Draft and review key employment documentation, such as contracts of employment, service agreements, policies, and staff handbooks.
• Prepare for and support with Employment Tribunal and High Court litigation, including drafting pleadings, bundles, and witness statements.
• Negotiate and draft settlement agreements for both employers and senior-level employees.
• Attend and contribute to client meetings, offering commercially focused and practical legal advice.
• Support business development activities, including legal updates, client training sessions, and networking events.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm, providing input on cross-departmental matters where employment law issues arise.

About you?

• You are a Solicitor with between Newly Qualified and up to 3 years' PQE, ideally with experience or a seat in Employment Law.
• You possess excellent drafting, communication, and advocacy skills, with an ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and practically.

If you would like to find out more about this Employment Solicitor role in Leeds, get in touch with Kieran Wallace on 0113 467 9797 or another member of the Private Practice team at Sacco Mann.