Employment Solicitor (NQ-5)

Employment Associate | NQ-5 PQE | Top National Firm | Leeds

A highly respected national law firm is looking to recruit an Associate into its growing Employment team in Leeds.

The Firm:

· Top 50 and Legal 500 ranked UK law firm with an excellent national reputation

· Clear values-led, people-first culture

· Strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

· Market-leading expertise across numerous sectors

· Genuine cross-office collaboration

· Supportive, collegiate environment with no egos

· Considered and flexible approach to working arrangements and wellbeing

The Role:

· Employment Associate

· Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

· Joining a busy and expanding Employment team in Leeds

· Advising clients across health (NHS and private), education, government, charities and commercial sectors

· Primarily contentious employment work

· Managing Employment Tribunal litigation and complex advisory matters

· Involvement in high-profile and sensitive public sector work

· Delivering training and contributing to business development initiatives

· Working as part of a highly collaborative national employment team across offices

· Clear progression pathway

The Candidate:

· NQ-5 years’ PQE in employment law

· Background advising complex or public sector employers is advantageous

· Advocacy experience or an interest in advocacy welcomed

· Excellent communication, drafting and client-handling skills

· Commercially minded, pragmatic and solutions-focused

· A collaborative and respectful team player who values culture and personality as much as technical ability

· Organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities

· Interest in contributing to team growth, development and wider firm initiatives

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly regarded Employment team at a firm that offers stimulating, meaningful work, genuine flexibility, and a supportive environment in which to build a long-term career.

If you’re interested in this role, please apply now, forward an up-to-date CV, or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.