Location
Leeds | United Kingdom
Job description
A fantastic opportunity for an Employment Solicitor to join a leading regional firm on a permanent basis to provide support to their Leeds office. The firm has long standing recognition in the region and has brand new, modern offices that are located in the City Centre within walking distance of all local transport links and parking. This is a firm that really cares about its employees and provides plenty of career development opportunities.
The role
- On a daily basis you will be providing advice on all employment issues, both contentious and non-contentious
- Your workload will mainly be respondent matters for businesses of various sizes however, you will also handle matters for some high level individuals
- You will be handling a mixed range of employment matters including drafting contracts, handling disciplinary and performance issues and discrimination issues.
- You will work closely alongside the Employment Partner who has been with the firm for many years and can offer you the opportunity to get hands on experience on some high level matters as well as fantastic training and development.
The candidate
- This role would suit a newly qualified (NQ) Solicitor, who has had the benefit of a strong training contract and time spent in a solid employment law team. There is also scope to recruit at a slightly more experienced level, for someone with 1-2 years' PQE already accrued. All references to PQE are given as a guide only and we of course welcome applications for Lawyers who fall outside of this but possess the relevant skills.
- Someone who likes building relationships with clients and possesses excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
How to apply
If you would like to apply for this role then contact Sophie Linley or Rachael Mann at Sacco Mann on 0113 236 6711, or ask to speak to another member of Private Practice team. To hear about the other opportunities then please visit our website or contact one of our consultants. Alternatively, if you know of anyone who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referrals. For full terms please see our website.
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