Full job description
Role: Employment Solicitor
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Contract: Full time, permanent, hybrid

CRA Consulting is delighted to be working in partnership with a highly regarded regional law firm as they look to appoint an experienced Employment Solicitor to join their growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a respected practice with an established client base, offering a broad mix of respondent and claimant employment work. The successful candidate will enjoy genuine autonomy, high-quality instructions, and the support of a collaborative and experienced team.
Whether you are looking to build on your existing employment law experience or take the next step in your career within a progressive firm, this role offers excellent long-term prospects.
The Role
You will manage your own varied caseload of employment matters while providing practical, commercially focused advice to both businesses and individuals. Matters are likely to include:
*Advising employers on day-to-day HR and employment law issues.
*Managing disciplinary, grievance and capability matters.
*Drafting and reviewing contracts of employment, policies and staff handbooks.
*Advising on redundancy, restructuring and settlement agreements.
*Handling Employment Tribunal claims from instruction through to conclusion.
*Advising employees on workplace disputes, discrimination, whistleblowing and unfair dismissal claims.
*Supporting business development initiatives and maintaining strong client relationships.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
*Qualified Solicitor status in England & Wales.
*Previous experience handling a broad employment law caseload.
*Strong knowledge of current employment legislation and tribunal procedures.
*Excellent communication and client care skills.
*The ability to manage a busy and varied caseload independently.
*A commercial, proactive and solutions-focused approach.
*A desire to contribute to the continued growth and success of the department.
What’s on Offer?*Competitive salary dependent on experience.
*Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
*High-quality work with an established client base.
*Genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development.
*Supportive and collaborative working environment.
*Comprehensive benefits package.
Interested?
If you’re an Employment Solicitor looking for your next opportunity with a progressive regional law firm, we’d love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:
Lauren Hopkinson
CRA Consulting