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Employment Associate

Leeds Permanent View Job Description
We're seeking a dedicated Employment Associate to join our esteemed client in Leeds. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside seasoned professionals, providing comprehensive legal advice on a diverse range of employment matters. You will manage both contentious and non-contentious cases, contributing to business development and maintaining strong client relationships.
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  • Join a leading international law firm in Leeds
  • Comprehensive benefits for professional growth and personal well-being

About Our Client

Our client is an international commercial firm with a rich history. They offer comprehensive services across various sectors such as transport and logistics, international trade, retail, insurance, marine, health, education, manufacturing, public sector, and banking and financial services. The firm is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, offering flexible working opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package to support the well-being and professional growth of its employees.

Job Description

The Employment Associate will:

  • Provide legal advice to a broad range of clients, including company owners, managers, HR professionals, in-house lawyers, public and private sector organisations, and senior employees and executives, on various employment matters.
  • Manage a diverse caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
  • Draft employment documents and advise on issues such as maternity and paternity rights, discrimination, whistleblowing, employee relations, disciplinary matters, grievances, mediation, dismissals, redundancy, TUPE, and employment tribunal claims.
  • Provide transactional support as needed.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships.
  • Contribute to business development initiatives.

The Successful Applicant

The Employment Associate should be:

  • A solicitor or equivalent with 3-5 PQE within an employment commercial team.
  • Proven ability to manage a caseload and provide sound commercial advice.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Adherence to guidelines and procedures.
  • Understanding of clients' needs and expectations.
  • Flexibility in approach and willingness to work outside normal office hours, if required.

What's on Offer

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support its employees, including:

  • 25 days' annual leave, plus a birthday day and Christmas shutdown.
  • Holiday buy, sell, and carryover scheme.
  • Two charity volunteering days.
  • Hybrid working.
  • BUPA healthcare coverage.
  • Fitness allowance.
  • Health insurance.
  • Flexible pension scheme.
  • Medicash health plan.
  • Enhanced family leave policies.
  • Life assurance.
  • Annual travel season ticket loan.
  • Dress for your day policy.
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Financial contribution towards home working equipment.



If you're an Employment Associate looking to move to an international firm, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.

Contact
Michael Bailey
Quote job ref
JN-112024-6585069
Phone number
+441132437739

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Employment / Pensions / Immigration
Sector
Business Services
Location
Leeds
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Michael Bailey
Consultant phone
+441132437739
Job reference
JN-112024-6585069