Employment Solicitor

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join my clients team in their Leeds, West Yorkshire offices. Key Responsibilities: • Meeting and interviewing clients to assess the firm’s suitability to provide legal advice and services • Taking client instructions and advising on the legal issues relating to their matter • Providing clear, practical, and commercially focused legal advice • Drafting legal documents, correspondence, and contracts tailored to clients’ individual needs • Conducting legal research and analysing case law and documentation to support matters • Ensuring the accuracy of legal advice and compliance with relevant procedures • Negotiating with clients, opposing parties, and other professionals to achieve agreed objectives • Preparing matters for hearings, negotiations, or settlement discussions • Coordinating the work of all parties involved in legal matters • Corresponding with clients, opposing solicitors, and third parties • Attending meetings and negotiations with opposing parties where appropriate • Attending court and dealing with court correspondence where required • Arranging and attending further client meetings to progress matters and finalise documentation • Supervising and delegating work to trainee solicitors and paralegals where appropriate • Supervising the implementation of legal agreements and documentation • Keeping up to date with developments in the law through journals, law reports, and professional updates Skills & Experience: • Excellent IT, verbal, and written communication skills • A high level of accuracy with strong attention to detail • The ability to follow instructions and work methodically • Strong organisational and time management skills • Initiative and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team • Patience and tact, with the ability to work professionally with clients from a wide range of backgrounds • The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines • A clear understanding of confidentiality and professional conduct obligations Benefits: • The opportunity to develop your legal career within a growing and ambitious firm • Exposure to a diverse range of legal matters and client work • A supportive and collaborative team environment • Opportunities for professional development and progression • Competitive salary and benefits package Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.