Employment Solicitor

Job Title:Employment Solicitor

Location: Leeds

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary Range: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum

Are you an experienced Employment Solicitor? Are you looking for an opportunity to work with a highly regarded law firm in Leeds? Our client, a well-established and reputable firm of specialist Solicitors, is seeking a talented Employment Solicitor to join their successful Employment department.

About Our Client:

Our client is recognised as experts in the areas of law in which they specialise, providing timely and practical advice to their clients. They represent clients across the UK and are considered one of the leading expert practices outside of London within the not-for-profit sector. They pride themselves on delivering specialist legal services within a professional, friendly, and authentic environment.

The Role:

As an Employment Solicitor, you will have the opportunity to work with one of the largest and most successful Charities teams outside London. You will advise a diverse range of clients, including charities, social enterprises, and private clients, on a range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice to a wide range of clients.
• Work collaboratively within a team to achieve financial targets.
• Take ownership of your workload and deliver excellent service to clients.
• Prepare and present presentations for seminars and breakfast briefings.
• Support the team's business development strategies.
• Ensure compliance with office procedures and standards.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salaries.
• Hybrid working model.
• Health insurance.
• Pension contribution matching.
• Enhanced Family Friendly Benefits.
• Generous holiday entitlement and purchase scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Life Assurance scheme.
• Group Income Protection.
• Employee Wellness Initiatives.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Social events.

Requirements:

• NQ-4 years PQE in employment law.
• Prior experience in HR, litigation, or similar roles is desirable.
• Excellent communication and numerical skills.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
• Ability to prioritise work effectively and meet deadlines.
• Methodical and logical approach to tasks.
• Understanding and empathy with the voluntary sector.

Application Process:

Our recruitment process is transparent and ensures that all candidates are kept informed at every step. We are committed to inclusivity and accessibility, so please let our recruitment team know if you require any adjustments to facilitate your application.

Equality and Diversity:

At our client's organisation, individual differences are embraced, and they strive to create an inclusive working environment where colleagues feel supported and can be themselves.

If you are an ambitious Employment Solicitor looking for an opportunity to join a reputable law firm and work in a supportive and collaborative environment, apply now and take your career to the next level.

LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.