Senior Employment Solicitor

Location:

Harrogate
Salary:
Competitive + Bonus + Private Healthcare
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

You will manage a diverse and stimulating caseload of employment law matters, including:

• Employment Tribunal litigation and advocacy
• Contentious and non-contentious employment advice
• HR advisory and ongoing employer support
• Settlement agreements and dispute resolution
• Restrictive covenants
• Drafting employment contracts, policies and handbooks
• TUPE matters
• Workplace mediation and independent investigations
• Training delivery and client seminars

You will also play a key role in business development, client relationship management, departmental strategy, and team leadership.

The successful candidate will be a qualified Senior Employment Solicitor with at least 5 years’ PQE and will demonstrate:

• Broad technical experience across employment law
• Strong Employment Tribunal advocacy and litigation skills
• Excellent drafting and advisory capability
• Commercial awareness and strong risk assessment skills
• Ability to manage a complex caseload independently
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• A proactive, client-focused approach
• Confidence in business development and networking

This role would suit a Senior Associate ready to step into a Head of Department position or an experienced Employment Solicitor seeking a strategic leadership role.

The firm is ranked in the Legal 500 across multiple practice areas and is recognised as one of the leading firms in Yorkshire. They offer a supportive, professional working environment with modern offices, flexible working practices, and clear long-term progression.

Competitive salary (market rate)

Performance-related bonus and incentives

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional Christmas closure

Ongoing CPD and professional development

Modern offices and flexible working

Supportive and collaborative culture

Opportunity to participate in charity and community initiatives

For a confidential discussion about this Employment Law Solicitor role, please apply below or contact us directly. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.