Employment Solicitor - Union Experienced

Employment Solicitor -Union Experienced

Location: Leeds

Salary: £40,000 to £50,000 p.a depending on Experience

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

About Our Client

Our client is a long-established and highly respected law firm based in Leeds, known for providing exceptional legal services to private individuals, unions, and their members across the UK. This forward-thinking firm continues to grow and modernize, all while upholding its founding values of integrity, collaboration, and fairness. Specializing in employment law and working closely with trade unions, the firm maintains a strong commitment to representing working people, ensuring their rights are upheld with the highest level of legal expertise. The firm fosters a culture of inclusivity, teamwork, and personal development, making it the perfect environment for driven professionals looking to advance their careers in law.

Why Join Our Client?

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a collaborative, people-focused environment where teamwork and progression are at the heart of everything they do. Our client is dedicated to providing a flexible and agile working environment, offering a true work-life balance. With an open-plan office designed to foster communication and teamwork, you’ll be working closely with a passionate and supportive team that is deeply committed to delivering first-class legal services. With a strong ethos of "promoting from within," you’ll also have the opportunity to grow and develop in your career, building on your legal expertise in a dynamic and encouraging workplace.

Role Overview

In this role, you will join the highly regarded Employment Rights team, specializing in Claimant-focused cases. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a wide range of employment and industrial relations issues, representing trade unions, professional associations, and their members in tribunals and courts. The successful candidate will be responsible for advising clients from various sectors, including rail, transport, manufacturing, education, health, and the public sector. With the support of a collaborative team, you’ll be delivering expert legal advice on high-profile cases, all while working in a flexible environment that values a positive work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on a wide range of employment matters, including tribunal claims, industrial relations disputes, and contracts.
• Representing clients in tribunal and court proceedings.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with trade unions, professional associations, and private clients.
• Managing a varied caseload, working on complex and challenging employment law cases.
• Drafting legal documents and preparing cases for hearings and trials.
• Collaborating with colleagues to provide comprehensive legal solutions and contribute to team success.

Person Specification

• Qualified solicitor with a minimum of 4-5 years of PQE in employment law.
• Proven track record of handling employment tribunal cases and industrial relations matters.
• Strong academic background, with excellent legal drafting and advocacy skills.
• A self-starter who is confident in managing their caseload and working independently.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong client relationships.
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative and supportive environment.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary with an annual bonus scheme (up to 10% of base salary).
• 31 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) with additional long service days and the option to purchase extra days.
• Flexible and agile working options—3 days in the office, 2 days from home (after the initial office-based integration period).
• Funded staff events to foster team spirit and a collaborative environment.
• Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, and annual travel card loan.
• Commitment to professional development, with opportunities for career progression within the firm.

Apply Today

Apply now and become part of a team that's making a real difference in the engineering world. If you have further questions, feel free to contact the recruitment team at Verus Recruitment on 01143 830 046.

Verus Recruitment is dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all candidates. We act on behalf of our client and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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