If you’re a 3+ year PQE Employment Lawyer looking for a role where you can truly make your mark – without sacrificing your work-life balance – this could be the opportunity for you.
Consilia Legal are looking for a motivated and proactive Employment Lawyer to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and you can help shape the future of a specialist practice.
Employment Solicitor
* Leeds (Hybrid – 2 days in the office)
* Full time, permanent – 4 day week also considered
* Salary negotiable depending on experience + team and firm bonuses
Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK
Consilia Legal is a specialist law firm recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers, with offices in Leeds, Harrogate, York, Sheffield and London, working with clients across the UK and internationally.
This firm specialises in Employment and Family Law, alongside Workplace and Family Mediation.. Known for its friendly and professional approach, Consilia Legal prides itself on providing expert legal advice while maintaining outstanding client communication and service.
This is a small, niche practice with a supportive team and a strong reputation. With a steady stream of new leads and a growing client base, the firm is looking for someone who wants to take ownership of their work, grow with the team and play an active role in the firm’s future.
About the Role:
This is an opportunity for an employment law all-rounder, with a minimum of 3 years PQE, who enjoys working across both claimant and respondent matters.
You will manage your own caseload while also getting involved in business development, networking and marketing activity to help grow the department.
This role would suit someone who is ready to take the next step in their career. If you’re currently working long hours in a larger firm and want to regain a sense of balance, achievement and ownership in your work, this could be the role for you.
Key Responsibilities:
Consilia Legal does not operate on a no-win, no-fee basis, focusing instead on providing high-quality, professional legal services to its clients.
Your role will include:
* Managing a varied caseload of employment law matters for both claimant and respondent clients
* Providing clear, practical legal advice across a range of workplace issues
* Supporting clients with employment disputes and advisory matters
* Building strong relationships with clients and delivering an excellent standard of service
* Contributing to marketing, networking and business development activities
* Representing the firm at industry events and presentations where appropriate
* Engaging with professional organisations such as the Employers’ Lawyers Association
What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for an Employment Lawyer who enjoys a varied workload and wants to be part of a growing specialist firm. You will have a minimum of 3 years Post Qualified Experience and may currently be working as an Employment Solicitor, Employment Lawyer or Senior Employment Solicitor, with experience handling a broad range of employment law matters for both claimant and respondent clients.
You’ll be confident about building client relationships, developing your professional network and contributing to marketing and business development. Most importantly, you’ll be organised, proactive and accountable in managing your own workload, and keen to join a supportive team where work-life balance is genuinely valued.
What’s on Offer:
Negotiable salary depending on experience
* Team and firm performance bonuses
* Private healthcare and pension scheme
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day for your birthday.
* Flexible working arrangements including the option of a 4 day week
* Hybrid working (2 days in the Leeds office)
* Supportive management with realistic targets
* A friendly, collaborative office environment
How to apply for the Employment Lawyer role:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.
You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.
Other suitable skills and experience include Employment Solicitor, Employment Associate, Employment Lawyer, HR Lawyer, Workplace Disputes Lawyer, Labour Law Solicitor, Legal Associate.