Employment Principal Associate

This Top 50 firm is looking for an Employment Principal Associate with 7+ years PQE to join their growing team based in Leeds.

The Firm

With a network of offices across the nation, this leading UK law firm has established itself as a regular award winner. And after earning 'Legal Employer of the Year' status, it's safe to say they are no amateur when it comes to demonstrating superior legal quality.

Despite their size, this firm boasts a truly people-focused approach. You'd only need to count the increasing number of home-grown Partners to realise that they have a reputation for nurturing and developing legal talent throughout the industry. What's more, the firm takes pride in a lack of barriers between departments and rankings, catering for a collaborative and cordial legal community.

You will work as part of a highly ranked legal 500 team and their division is one of the largest Employment teams in the UK. The team is busy and has had an influx of new work, making now an exciting time to join.

The Role

The firm's national Employment team advises on all aspects of Employment Law ranging from contentious and non-contentious matters. you will be working closely alongside the senior Employment Partners whilst running your own files of mixed matters.

You'll be joining a bustling team renowned for its litigation prowess, serving a notable clientele across diverse sectors like logistics, infrastructure, technology, and retail. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing a caseload encompassing Tribunal matters, TUPE, general advisory work, and corporate support. Your success in this position hinges on your demonstrated expertise across these varied areas.

Requirements

• You will be an Employment Solicitor with 7+ years PQE
• Background in a firm with an excellent reputation for contentious and non-contentious matters
• Excellent academic and professional qualifications
• You will be a team player with excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to confidentially manage your own caseload of high-calibre work and clients

What's on offer

• Salary is competitive and negotiable depending on your level of experience, on offer is an excellent benefits package and a very lucrative bonus scheme
• Generous Hybrid working arrangement

This is an exciting opportunity for an Employment Principal Associate with 7+ years PQE