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In-House Employment Lawyer

Leeds Permanent £60,000 - £80,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking an In‑House Employment Lawyer to join an in-house legal team in Leeds. You'll lead on advisory and tribunal work, partner with HR, and drive employment law compliance across the business.
  • Shape employment law strategy in-house for a major services group
  • £70k + 5% bonus + £5k car allowance (or cash)

About Our Client

Join a leading national services business with a reputation for operational excellence and innovation. As part of a large group with multi‑sector operations, this employer values legal risk management, professional autonomy and continuous development. You'll contribute in a dynamic, collaborative environment where your legal expertise will directly influence business outcomes.

Job Description

The In‑House Employment Lawyer will be:

  • Providing day‑to‑day legal advice to HR and business leaders on employment law issues (redundancy, restructuring, disciplinary, grievance, discrimination, equal opportunities etc)
  • Managing tribunal claims and contentious employment litigation from start to finish
  • Advising and executing TUPE transfers, reorganisations and secondments
  • Drafting, negotiating and reviewing employment contracts, settlement agreements, HR policies and procedures
  • Keeping abreast of legislative change and ensuring the business remains compliant
  • Delivering training sessions and workshops (for HR, line managers, leadership)
  • Contributing to strategic workforce planning and legal risk prevention initiatives

The Successful Applicant

The In‑House Employment Lawyer should be:

  • A solicitor (or equivalent) with 3+ years' PQE in employment law
  • Experienced in both contentious and non‑contentious employment matters
  • Skilled in advising on discrimination/equal ops, redundancy, disciplinary and grievance procedures
  • Experienced in TUPE, reorganisations and consulting/structuring changes
  • Comfortable with union / collective relations (experience a strong advantage)
  • Preferably with prior in‑house or secondment experience

What's on Offer

You'll receive a competitive salary of £70,000, plus a 5% performance bonus, and a £5,000 car allowance (which may be taken as a cash alternative). The firm is committed to legal and HR career growth, offering structured development, exposure to complex projects across divisions, and the chance to influence business direction at a strategic level. Work in a supportive environment that balances operational priorities with work‑life stability.If you're an experienced Employment Lawyer, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.

Contact
Michael Bailey
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6855162
Phone number
+441132437739

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Employment / Pensions / Immigration
Sector
Business Services
Location
Leeds
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Michael Bailey
Consultant phone
+441132437739
Job reference
JN-102025-6855162