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Employment Solicitor

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Posted on Jun 16, 2026 by CV-Library
Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Legal
Immediate Start
£40k - £60k Annual
Full-Time
Employment Solicitor

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (part-time applications considered)
Location: Leeds
Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience and qualifications

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Employment Solicitor to join a well-established and growing employment law team. This role offers a varied mix of contentious and non-contentious work across a diverse range of sectors, providing an excellent platform for career development and progression.

The successful candidate will work within a collaborative and supportive environment, delivering high-quality legal services while developing their own expertise and specialism in employment law.

The team acts for clients nationally and advises across a broad spectrum of industries, including finance, transport, education, healthcare, entertainment and professional services.

About the Role

The employment team is well-established and continues to expand, offering exposure to a broad range of employment and industrial relations matters. This is an opportunity to join an experienced claimant-focused practice with a strong reputation and a growing client base.

About You

Applications are welcomed from qualified solicitors with experience managing their own caseload. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Strong written and verbal communication skills
The ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders at all levels
Excellent client care and interpersonal skills
Sound technical employment law knowledge, with a willingness to develop further
Effective organisational and case management skills
A collaborative and proactive approach to work

Key Responsibilities

Managing a varied caseload following a structured induction period
Advising and representing clients in employment and industrial relations matters through all stages of litigation
Providing advice on settlement agreements
Supporting and progressing group litigation matters
Drafting articles and marketing content for both online and offline channels
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Participating in networking, community and charitable initiatives where desired

What's on Offer

Comprehensive induction and ongoing mentoring
Structured training and professional development opportunities
A supportive and collaborative team culture
Genuine opportunities for career progression
Flexible and agile working arrangements
A workplace committed to diversity, inclusion and employee wellbeingFlexible working arrangements may include adjusted start and finish times, hybrid working and dedicated focus time where appropriate.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, benefits include:

Annual bonus scheme of up to 10% of basic salary
Generous annual leave entitlement, including bank holidays and long-service enhancements
Option to purchase additional annual leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Life assurance cover
Interest-free travel loan scheme
Funded social events (attendance optional)
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Workplace adjustments to support individual needs and promote accessibility

Reference: 225254251

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Employment Solicitor

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 16, 2026 by CV-Library

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Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Legal
Immediate Start
£40k - £60k Annual
Full-Time
Employment Solicitor

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (part-time applications considered)
Location: Leeds
Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience and qualifications

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Employment Solicitor to join a well-established and growing employment law team. This role offers a varied mix of contentious and non-contentious work across a diverse range of sectors, providing an excellent platform for career development and progression.

The successful candidate will work within a collaborative and supportive environment, delivering high-quality legal services while developing their own expertise and specialism in employment law.

The team acts for clients nationally and advises across a broad spectrum of industries, including finance, transport, education, healthcare, entertainment and professional services.

About the Role

The employment team is well-established and continues to expand, offering exposure to a broad range of employment and industrial relations matters. This is an opportunity to join an experienced claimant-focused practice with a strong reputation and a growing client base.

About You

Applications are welcomed from qualified solicitors with experience managing their own caseload. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Strong written and verbal communication skills
The ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders at all levels
Excellent client care and interpersonal skills
Sound technical employment law knowledge, with a willingness to develop further
Effective organisational and case management skills
A collaborative and proactive approach to work

Key Responsibilities

Managing a varied caseload following a structured induction period
Advising and representing clients in employment and industrial relations matters through all stages of litigation
Providing advice on settlement agreements
Supporting and progressing group litigation matters
Drafting articles and marketing content for both online and offline channels
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Participating in networking, community and charitable initiatives where desired

What's on Offer

Comprehensive induction and ongoing mentoring
Structured training and professional development opportunities
A supportive and collaborative team culture
Genuine opportunities for career progression
Flexible and agile working arrangements
A workplace committed to diversity, inclusion and employee wellbeingFlexible working arrangements may include adjusted start and finish times, hybrid working and dedicated focus time where appropriate.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, benefits include:

Annual bonus scheme of up to 10% of basic salary
Generous annual leave entitlement, including bank holidays and long-service enhancements
Option to purchase additional annual leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Life assurance cover
Interest-free travel loan scheme
Funded social events (attendance optional)
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Workplace adjustments to support individual needs and promote accessibility
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Reference: 225254251

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