We are seeking a highly experienced Employment Partner to join a leading UK employment law practice based in Leeds. This firm’s high-profile work, strong market reputation, and substantial growth make this a compelling opportunity for experienced employment lawyers looking to develop their career within this exciting and stimulating environment, which also cares about providing a platform that is conducive to long term sustainable well being . The Leeds office exemplifies the firm’s strategic investment in northern expansion, offering a platform for substantial partner-led business development and high-visibility mandates. Joining this practice provides an excellent career trajectory for lawyers eager to shape a thriving regional practice within a stable and dynamic national platform.
Responsibilities
- Help to further develop their employment law practice in the Leeds region and beyond, managing a portfolio of high-profile litigation and advisory work.
- Attract and retain new clients, building a regional network and expanding the firm’s market share.
- Supervise and mentor junior lawyers and support staff to foster professional growth within the team.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the firm’s northern expansion and regional leadership initiatives.
- Deliver high-quality legal advice across the full spectrum of employment law, including high court and tribunal proceedings.
- Engage in business development activities and promote the firm’s employment expertise regionally and nationally.
Requirements
- Partner-level experience in employment law from a well-regarded firm.
- Strong track record in high-value litigation, advisory, and client relationship management.
- Demonstrable leadership qualities with the ability to develop and grow a regional practice.
- Excellent communication and business development skills.
- Ambition to shape and lead a substantive employment law practice in the Leeds area.
Benefits and Culture
- Be part of an award-winning team with market-leading rankings in Chambers and Legal 500.
- Play a key role in the firm’s northern expansion, offering greater autonomy and leadership opportunities than London-centric roles.
- Enjoy a financially stable and growing firm with significant investment in headcount, business development, and resources.
- Work within a collaborative and progressive culture that values talent and client excellence.
- Benefit from a national platform with international client links, supporting flexible and large-scale legal work.
- Remuneration is flexible and depends very much on the individual; there is considerable opportunity to impact this via performance
Find out more
If you are interested in this career-making opportunity for an Employment Partner in Leeds, or want to hear about similar opportunities, get in touch with Rachael Mann on 0113 4677111 for a confidential conversation.
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