Senior Associate – Employment – UK Top 50 Firm – Leeds

Company: QED Legal
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Location: Leeds
Job Description:

Job Description

Senior Associate – Employment | Leeds | UK Top 50 FirmnnAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employment Solicitor (4+ PQE) to join a highly regarded, national employment team based in Leeds. This role offers the chance to work alongside leading Partners on a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious matters across sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, and public sector.nnThe RolenYou’ll play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the team, handling a varied caseload and building strong client relationships. Responsibilities will include:

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  • Managing Employment Tribunal litigation
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  • Providing high-quality, commercially focused advice
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  • Delivering training to clients and prospective clients
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  • Supporting business development and client growth initiatives
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About You

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  • 4+ PQE 
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  • Strong technical knowledge with experience handling tribunal matters
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  • Excellent drafting, communication, and presentation skills
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  • Confident managing client relationships and delivering exceptional service
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  • Commercially aware, proactive, and a strong team player
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  • Strong track record of handling respondent matters
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Why Apply?

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  • Join a collaborative, cross-office national team
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  • Work with an impressive and diverse client base
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  • Be part of a firm that genuinely values career development, wellbeing, and progression
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  • Strong reputation as a top UK employer with a people-first culture
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  • Salary c. £71,000 for 4 PQE 
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Posted: April 3rd, 2026