Employment Solicitor

Employment Solicitor or Associate | 3-6 years' PQE | Leeds A highly regarded national firm is looking for an Employment Solicitor or Associate to join their friendly, growing team based in their Leeds office. THE OPPORTUNITY This is a leading national firm that has seen years of consecutive growth, with exciting plans to continue. There is excellent quality work on offer and the firm is renowned for its friendly and collaborative approach, so this is truly a positive, welcoming and vibrant place to develop your career. The award-winning Employment team handle the full remit of employment law matters, both contentious and non-contentious. Clients include a broad range of organisations from start-ups and SME's to major national and international PLC's. As a part of this team, you will be involved in: · Day to day HR advisory support in areas such as sickness absence management, disciplinary and grievance guidance and drafting of contractual documentation · Ongoing strategic support on business critical and sensitive internal issues such as restructurings, discrimination/whistleblowing complaints, equality & diversity, TUPE/outsourcing, and conducting external independent investigations · Complex and contentious disputes such as defending employment tribunal claims, restrictive covenant/confidentiality breaches and senior executive/director exits. ABOUT YOU · Qualified Solicitor, ideally 3-6 years' PQE. · Strong background in employment law matters, both contentious and non-contentious. · Ideally experience gained within an established practice handling employer matters. · The ability to manage time effectively and meet competing demands. · Exceptional drafting and legal analysis skills. · Willing to engage in business development. OTHER INFORMATION · Competitive salary from £60k upwards depending on experience. · Hybrid working with 2/3 days in the office per week. · Excellent opportunities for development. If this sounds like your ideal opportunity, or you would like to discuss other similar opportunities please get in touch with jenniferhepple@bcllegal.com to discuss further. Or apply now with an up-to-date CV for immediate consideration! BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.