Employment Associate (NQ) | Leading International Law Firm| Tier 1 Team
A leading international law firm is looking to add a Newly Qualified Associate to its highly regarded Employment team in Leeds
The Firm:
· Global, full-service law firm
· Strong UK and international reputation across key sectors including financial services, tech, infrastructure and retail
· Highly ranked Employment team with significant Band 1 recognition across Chambers & Legal 500
· Advising a broad client base including FTSE companies, multinationals, and fast-growth businesses
· Known for high-profile, complex and cross-border work
· Collaborative, inclusive culture with a strong focus on development and progression
· Flexible, agile working environment
The Role:
· Newly Qualified Associate in the Employment team
· Leeds-based role
· Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
· Hybrid working model
You can expect to:
· Work closely with Partners and senior lawyers on a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters
· Advise clients on employment litigation, disputes and high-profile claims
· Provide strategic and day-to-day HR advisory support to a diverse client base
· Support on cross-border and multi-jurisdictional employment issues
· Gain exposure to a wide range of sectors including technology, retail, financial services, education and industrials
· Contribute to client development initiatives and build strong client relationships
· Work as part of a large, nationally and internationally integrated Employment team
The Candidate:
· Newly Qualified Solicitor with at least one seat in Employment law
· Strong technical grounding in employment matters (contentious or advisory)
· Excellent organisation and attention to detail
· Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team
· Confident communicator with strong client-facing skills
· Commercially aware with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
· Interest in legal tech, AI and innovative approaches to delivering legal services
· Strong academic background
This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading Employment team offering exposure to high-quality work, international clients and excellent long-term development within a progressive, forward-thinking firm.
If you’re interested in this role, please apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
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