Employment Solicitor

Location: West Yorkshire

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Level: Qualified Solicitor (NQ–3 PQE considered)

The Opportunity

I’m working with a well-established and expanding specialist law firm that is looking to appoint a Solicitor to join its growing Employment Law team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Solicitor who wants to manage their own caseload, develop sector expertise, and progress within a modern, forward-thinking legal environment. The firm has a strong reputation for delivering practical, commercially focused advice and is continuing to invest in people, systems, and long-term growth.

You’ll be joining a collaborative team where professional development and career progression are actively supported.

Key Responsibilities

Client Advisory & Case Management

• Manage your own caseload of employment law matters from instruction to completion
• Provide clear, practical, and commercially focused legal advice
• Draft legal documents, contracts, and correspondence tailored to client needs
• Build and maintain strong client relationships

Legal & Technical Work

• Conduct legal research and analyse case law and documentation
• Prepare matters for negotiations, hearings, and settlements
• Ensure compliance with legal procedures and professional standards
• Represent clients in meetings and, where required, court proceedings

Team & Professional Development

• Supervise and support trainees and paralegals where appropriate
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and team development
• Maintain accurate time recording and case management records
• Stay up to date with developments in employment law

About You

You will likely demonstrate:

• Qualification as a Solicitor in England & Wales
• Experience handling employment law matters (or a strong interest in the field)
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• High attention to detail and professional integrity
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Commitment to delivering high-quality client service

What’s on Offer

• Genuine career progression within a growing legal practice
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Exposure to varied and interesting client work
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Modern, forward-thinking culture

Interested?

If you’re a Solicitor looking for your next move in employment law within a supportive and ambitious firm, I’d be happy to discuss this opportunity confidentially.

Apply now or message me directly to learn more.

Interested? Contact Stan @ Simpson Judge on 07585 152683 or stanley.wilson@simpsonjudge.co.uk