Employment Solicitor
KMW148248_1750238208
Posted: 18/06/2025
- £75000 - £90000 per annum
- Leeds, West Yorkshire
- Permanent
Interested in employment law work that challenges and develops your experience?
We are working with an international law firm in Leeds to recruit an experienced Employment Solicitor (2-7 PQE) to join their market leading team. With one of the most well-resourced employment practices in the UK and strong global presence, this is an opportunity to be part of an international practice with deep sector expertise and a reputation for excellence.
This is an outstanding chance to join a top-ranked employment team that works with many of the world's leading employers, including household name FTSE clients and global financial institutions. The team operates at the cutting edge of employment law-handling complex litigation, strategic advisory work, executive-level matters, and cross-border projects. You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that doesn't just advise on legal issues but partners with clients to deliver practical, commercial workforce solutions.
What's in it for you?
Training & Exposure: work within one of the Uks highly regarded employment law teams and learn from the very best in the industry
Quality of Work: access to top tier clients including blue chip corporates and global institutions.
Competitive Package: a salary and benefits package designed to reflect your skills and dedication
Training and Development: ongoing training and mentorship from senior members of the team with tailored training programmes in place
Competitive Package: a salary and benefits package designed to reflect your skills and dedication
The role:
You'll work on a wide range of employment matters, supporting clients across multiple sectors with both contentious and non-contentious issues. Typical work includes advising on complex tribunal claims, senior exits, team moves, business reorganisations, and employee relations. You'll also play a key role in cross-border projects such as international restructures, global mobility, and workforce transformation. This is a role for someone who wants to be more than a technical adviser-you'll be expected to think commercially, work closely with client stakeholders, and help deliver strategic solutions that align with business goals.
Key responsibilities
- Advising on day-to-day employment matters including performance management, disciplinary issues, grievances, and exits
- Acting on high-value and complex Employment Tribunal litigation and High Court matters
- Supporting on international and domestic restructures, TUPE, and redundancy exercises
- Advising on executive appointments, terminations, bonus disputes, and restrictive covenants
- Working alongside corporate colleagues on the employment aspects of transactions
- Engaging directly with clients, building long-term relationships as a trusted advisor
- Contributing to knowledge sharing and business development initiatives within the team
About you?
The ideal candidate will be an ambitious and detail orientated. You will have:
- Qualified solicitor with 2-7 years post qualification experience in employment law
- Experience gained within a reputable national or international law firm
- Strong understanding of both contentious and non-contentious employment issues
To find out more about this Employment Solicitor opportunity in Leeds contact Kieran Wallace for an informal discussion, and to find out how great this opportunity is, on 0113 467 9797
Kieran Wallace
Consultant