Job Description Managing Associate – Employment Lawyer Location : Leeds Salary : £80,000-£110,000 Extensive Benefits Experience required: 5 Years PQE Join a leading Employment & Immigration Group known for providing comprehensive advice to FTSE 100 companies and prominent UK and international businesses across multiple sectors. Our client, a nationally recognised law firm with a strong reputation in employment law, is seeking a senior Employment lawyer with a combination of contentious and non-contentious experience. This is an exceptional opportunity to work within a supportive, collaborative environment that values continuous professional development and innovative client service. If you're an experienced Employment lawyer with 5 years' PQE looking to develop your career in a dynamic, forward-thinking team, this could be your perfect next move. About the Role As a Managing Associate in the Employment team, you'll work across a diverse range of clients and sectors, handling complex employment law matters with a strategic and commercial approach. Your responsibilities will include: Providing comprehensive employment law and HR support across various business sectors, including: Financial services Retail and consumer Energy Transport Other key industry sectors Managing both contentious and non-contentious employment matters, such as: Complex tribunal litigation Whistleblowing and business protection issues Major restructuring and outsourcing projects HR advisory work Employment contract and policy drafting Developing and maintaining close client relationships Collaborating with colleagues across practice areas and industry groups Contributing to business development efforts Exploring innovative tools like AI to enhance service delivery Mentoring and developing less experienced colleagues Engaging in continuous professional development Thinking strategically about client needs and service improvement This role offers the opportunity to work on high-quality matters for significant clients, with genuine autonomy and support from an experienced team. What We're Looking For Essential Requirements: Qualified Solicitor with minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience in employment law Strong experience in both contentious and non-contentious employment matters Proven track record of delivering high-quality legal advice Excellent client relationship management skills Commercial awareness and strategic thinking Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively across teams Keen eye for detail and self-motivated approach Enthusiasm for professional growth and development Desirable: Experience across multiple industry sectors Track record of business development Understanding of emerging technologies in legal practice Experience with AI and innovative legal service tools Additional employment law qualifications Exceptional Benefits Package Financial Rewards: Competitive salary (£80,000-£110,000 dependent on experience) Performance-related bonuses Comprehensive pension scheme Life and income protection Professional Development: Extensive training programmes Mentoring and coaching opportunities Leadership development support Continuous learning resources Technical and skills-based training Clear career progression pathways Work-Life Balance: Flexible, hybrid working model Minimum 3 days per week in the office Occasional travel between UK offices Generous annual leave Family-friendly policies Wellbeing support programmes Culture & Recognition: Supportive and collegiate environment Culture of improvement, growth, and collaboration Diverse and inclusive workplace Employee networks celebrating diversity Recognition for high-character colleagues who care for one another Location & Working Arrangements Based: Leeds office Working Pattern: Full-time Hybrid Working: 3 days minimum in office per week National Reach: Part of a team operating across UK offices About Our Client Our client is a leading law firm committed to delivering technical excellence, real client insight, and innovative solutions. The firm prides itself on a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and supporting talent from the widest range of backgrounds. Core Values: Technical excellence Client understanding Innovation Collaboration Diversity and inclusion Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're an experienced Employment lawyer looking to join a high-performing team with exceptional development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact: Lee Hawthorne-Finch 0333 996 2882 or lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com