Employment Solicitor

Employment Solicitor | 3+ PQE | National Firm | Leeds

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Employment Associate to join a top UK 100 law firm, based in Leeds. The successful candidate will be joining a nationally recognised team working on a broad range of both contentious and non contentious employment matters.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As an Employment Associate in this team, you will:
· Manage your own caseload as well as supporting partners on more complex matters.
· Advise on a broad range of employment matters. Specific, work will include:
· Drafting witness statements, claims and policies.
· Case management of Employment Tribunal claims including drafting pleadings and witness statements.
· Advising on employer relations issues including settlement negotiations.
· Equal Opportunities.
· Internal disciplinary /grievance/capability processes.
· Contractual advice.
· Advising on restructures/redundancy processes/TUPE.

THE CANDIDATE

The successful Employment Associate will be:
· A qualified employment solicitor with 3+ years' PQE and a solid background/understanding of contentious and non contentious employment matters.
· Able to deal with clients confidently on a day to day basis.
· Able to work professionally, individually and as part of a team.
· Able to mentor and supervise junior fee earners.
· Able to network and conduct business development effectively.

THE BENEFITS

· This firm offers a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
· The opportunity to work within a highly reputable and supportive employment team.
· Flexible and agile working environment.

If you are a skilled employment lawyer seeking a new position within a highly ranked employment law team then this position may suit.

If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us.

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