Commercial Property Solicitor Location: Hale, Greater Manchester (office-based)

Salary: £70,000 to £95,000

Experience: 7+ years PQE

Our client is looking to hire a Commercial Property Solicitor (7+ PQE) to join a busy, award-winning team handling high-quality work. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys running complex matters, building trusted client relationships, and supporting and developing junior colleagues as part of a collaborative, people-focused culture.

You will join a growing firm with an established commercial property team and a clear focus on learning, development, and progression. The working environment is office-based to support training, collaboration, and day-to-day support. You will report to the Partner and Head of Commercial Property, working closely with them to help maintain a well-run, efficient and organised team.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of commercial property matters from instruction to completion

• Handling acquisitions and disposals, and associated transactional work

• Advising on landlord and tenant matters, including:

• New leases

• Licences to assign

• Licences for alterations

• Supporting on commercial property disputes where required

• Advising on funding arrangements connected to property acquisitions

• Preparing auction contracts and progressing auction sales to tight timescales

• Identifying legal risk and advising clients on practical risk mitigation

• Working collaboratively with other teams to deliver joined-up solutions

• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through clear communication and consistent service

• Managing multiple transactions at pace, prioritising urgent matters while maintaining attention to detail

• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date file records across ongoing matters

• Sharing knowledge and supporting the development of more junior team members

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years PQE as a qualified solicitor, with strong commercial property experience

• Strong technical and procedural knowledge, with the confidence to run matters independently

• A genuine interest in supporting junior colleagues through coaching, supervision, and knowledge sharing

• Strong drafting skills and attention to detail

• Commercial mindset and excellent client care

• Ability to manage a busy caseload and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment

What’s On Offer

• Employee bonus scheme of up to an additional 10% of salary annually (T&Cs apply)

• Healthcare package including: 24/7 GP access, £100 towards dental treatment per year, £100 towards glasses per year, £250 towards physio per year, Annual eye tests, Annual hearing tests

• Death in service (4x salary)

• Company pension

• Pet insurance (cats and dogs, subject to conditions)

• Counselling service

• Monthly in-office massages (15 minutes per person)

• PureGym membership

• Annual flu jab

• Birthday off work

Additional benefits

• Netflix

• Spotify

• Amazon Prime

• Apple News+ (access to a wide range of newspapers and magazines)

• Free conveyancing

Working Arrangements

• Office-based working

• Full-time, permanent

Next Steps

Apply online or send your CV to  lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Residential Property Solicitor

Location: Hale, Greater Manchester (office-based)

Salary: £45,000 to £65,000

Experience: 3+ years PQE

Our client is looking to recruit a Residential Property Solicitor / Conveyancer (3+ PQE) to join a growing residential property team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys running a varied caseload, delivering excellent client service, and supporting junior colleagues as part of a people-focused culture where development and progression are taken seriously.

You will join a busy team exposed to high-quality work, with the chance to play an active role in the continued growth of the department. The working environment is office-based to support collaboration, learning, and day-to-day support.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion

• Handling matters from pre-exchange through to completion, including post-completion where required

• Advising on a broad range of residential property work, including:

• Sales and purchases

• Freehold and leasehold transactions

• Plot sales and work connected to developer transactions

• Providing clear, practical advice to a broad client base, including local and national clients and high net worth individuals

• Maintaining strong file management, accurate records, and proactive communication throughout each transaction

• Delivering a consistently high standard of client care and service

• Supporting and sharing knowledge with more junior team members

• Contributing to business development through networking and client relationship building

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• 3+ years PQE as a qualified solicitor or conveyancer, with strong residential property experience

• Experience running your own residential conveyancing caseload

• Strong technical and procedural knowledge, with confidence handling matters end-to-end

• Excellent organisation and the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines

• Strong communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach

• A collaborative mindset and willingness to support others

• Effective networking skills

• Interest in contributing to growth and supporting business development initiatives

What’s On Offer

• Employee bonus scheme of up to an additional 10% of salary annually (T&Cs apply)

• Healthcare package including: 24/7 GP access, £100 towards dental treatment per year, £100 towards glasses per year, £250 towards physio per year, annual eye tests, annual hearing tests

• Death in service (4x salary)

• Company pension

• Pet insurance (cats and dogs, subject to conditions)

• Counselling service

• Monthly in-office massages (15 minutes per person)

• PureGym membership

• Annual flu jab

• Birthday off work

Working Arrangements

• Office-based working - Hale, Greater Manchester

• Full-time, permanent

Next Steps

Apply online or send your CV to  lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Location: Hale (Greater Manchester)

Salary: £55,000 to £75,000

Experience: 3+ years PQE

Our client is looking to recruit a Commercial Litigation Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join a growing, award-winning team in Hale.This role suits someone who enjoys running their own files, delivering excellent client care, and supporting senior colleagues on larger, more complex disputes.

You will join a busy team exposed to varied, high-quality commercial litigation work. The working environment is office-based to support collaboration, learning, and day-to-day support.You will report to the Partner and Head of Commercial Litigation, and you will be motivated to contribute to a well-run, efficient and organised team.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing your own caseload of commercial litigation matters from instruction to conclusion

• Supporting senior colleagues on larger, complex cases as required

• Advising clients throughout the life of a matter on prospects, strategy, and costs exposure

• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, applications, correspondence and settlement documentation

• Taking a proactive, tenacious approach to progressing matters and achieving the best outcomes for clients

• Maintaining high standards of client care and clear communication

• Working collaboratively with other teams to deliver joined-up solutions

• Building and maintaining strong client relationships to support long-term retention

• Working to client service standards and agreed timeframes where applicable

• Managing competing deadlines across multiple matters in a fast-paced environment

• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date file records across ongoing cases

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years PQE as a qualified solicitor, with strong commercial litigation experience

• Strong tactical judgement and commercial awareness

• Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail

• Confident communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach

• Ability to manage a busy caseload and prioritise effectively

• Strong organisation and IT skills

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £55,000 to £75,000 (dependent on experience)

• Employee bonus scheme of up to an additional 10% of salary annually (T&Cs apply)

• Healthcare package including: 24/7 GP access, £100 towards dental treatment per year, £100 towards glasses per year, £250 towards physio per year, annual eye tests, annual hearing tests

• Death in service (4x salary)

• Company pension

• Pet insurance (cats and dogs, subject to conditions)

• Counselling service

• Monthly in-office massages (15 minutes per person)

• PureGym membership

• Annual flu jab

• Birthday off work

Working Arrangements

• Office-based working, Hale Greater Manchester

• Full-time, permanent

Next Steps

Apply online or send your CV to  lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Construction Solicitor

Location: Hale (Greater Manchester)

Salary: £55,000 to £75,000

Experience: 2+ years PQE

Our client is looking to recruit a Construction Solicitor (2+ PQE) to join a growing, award-winning team in Hale.This role is primarily contentious in the short term, with exposure to a broad range of dispute resolution work. There is also scope to develop into non-contentious work over time, with training available.

You will join a team working on complex and varied construction matters, with a clear focus on development and progression. The working environment is office-based to support collaboration, learning, and day-to-day support.You will report to the Head of Construction, working closely with them to help deliver a well-run, efficient and organised team.

Key Responsibilities

Contentious construction (primary focus)

• Advising on and running disputes arising under JCT and other construction contracts

• Handling a range of dispute resolution processes, including:

• Adjudication

• Litigation

• Arbitration

• Expert determination

• Mediation

• Providing strategic, commercially focused advice to resolve disputes cost-effectively while achieving the best possible outcome

• Taking a proactive approach to dispute avoidance and early resolution

Non-contentious construction (scope to develop)

• Supporting on procurement and project documentation, including:

• Drafting and negotiating construction contracts

• Consultancy appointments

• Deeds of novation

• Collateral warranties

• Parent company guarantees

• Performance bonds

General

• Maintaining high standards of client care and clear communication

• Identifying legal risks and advising on practical mitigation

• Working collaboratively with other teams to deliver joined-up solutions

• Building and maintaining strong client relationships to support long-term retention

• Working to client service standards and agreed timeframes where applicable

• Managing competing deadlines across multiple matters in a fast-paced environment

• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date file records across ongoing cases

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years PQE as a qualified solicitor, with construction disputes experience

• Familiarity with the main forms of construction dispute resolution (adjudication, litigation, arbitration, mediation)

• Non-contentious experience is preferred but not essential

• Strong tactical judgement and commercial awareness

• Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail

• Strong organisation and the ability to prioritise effectively

• Confident communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach

• A collaborative mindset and willingness to support junior colleagues

What’s On Offer

• Employee bonus scheme of up to an additional 10% of salary annually (T&Cs apply)

• Healthcare package including: 24/7 GP access, £100 towards dental treatment per year, £100 towards glasses per year, £250 towards physio per year, annual eye tests, annual hearing tests

• Death in service (4x salary)

• Company pension

• Pet insurance (cats and dogs, subject to conditions)

• Counselling service

• Monthly in-office massages (15 minutes per person)

• PureGym membership

• Annual flu jab

• Birthday off work

Working Arrangements

• Office-based working, Hale, Greater Manchester

• Full-time, permanent

Next Steps

Apply online or send your CV to  lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Head of Corporate

Location: Hale (Greater Manchester)

Salary: £90,000 to £130,000

Experience: 8+ years PQE

Lead and grow a high-performing corporate and commercial function

Our client is looking to appoint a Head of Company Commercial Department to play a strategic and operational leadership role in driving the firm’s corporate legal services.This is a senior opportunity for an experienced corporate lawyer who enjoys combining hands-on fee earning with team leadership, service excellence, and business development.

You will lead a team of solicitors and support staff, supervise complex casework, and take ownership of the department’s performance and growth.The working environment is office-based to support collaboration, learning, and day-to-day support.

You will report directly to the Owner and Managing Director and will be part of the senior leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

Team leadership and management

• Leading, supervising and mentoring a team of corporate solicitors and paralegals

• Providing technical guidance and oversight on complex matters

• Supporting recruitment, retention and development of high-calibre talent

• Running regular team meetings and 1:1s, encouraging collaboration and a positive culture

Client management and fee earning

• Maintaining and developing a portfolio of corporate clients

• Advising on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, including:

• M&A

• Joint ventures

• Shareholder agreements

• Restructures

• Commercial contracts

• Acting as principal advisor on high-value or high-risk matters

• Contributing to billing and financial performance through efficient case management and fee generation

• Ensuring consistent client service standards, responsiveness and professionalism

• Supporting consistent file standards and ways of working, including regular matter reviews

• Supporting billing discipline and timely management of monies on account

Strategic development and compliance

• Contributing to the strategic plan and growth of the department

• Ensuring compliance with SRA requirements and internal policies, including risk management and quality assurance

• Keeping up to date with legal developments and evolving client needs

Business development

• Driving business development initiatives to grow the corporate client base

• Representing the firm at networking and industry events

• Supporting prompt, professional handling of new enquiries and maximising conversion

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with a current practising certificate

• 8+ years PQE in corporate law, ideally with leadership or senior management experience

• Strong track record managing complex corporate matters and client portfolios

• Proven experience leading and developing legal teams

• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to contribute to strategic planning

• Experience in business development and client acquisition

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, comfortable advising at board and shareholder level

• Strong organisation, sound judgement, and the ability to manage competing priorities

• Confident with practice management systems and Microsoft Office

Values for Success

Our client is looking for a leader who consistently demonstrates:

• Empathy and a client-first approach

• Tenacity and resilience

• Adaptability and a solutions-focused mindset

• Excellence and continuous improvement

• Integrity and strong professional standards

• Accountability and ownership

• Clear, confident communication

What’s On Offer

• Employee bonus scheme of up to an additional 10% of salary annually (T&Cs apply)

• Healthcare package including: 24/7 GP access, £100 towards dental treatment per year, £100 towards glasses per year, £250 towards physio per year, annual eye tests, annual hearing tests

• Death in service (4x salary)

• Company pension

• Pet insurance (cats and dogs, subject to conditions)

• Counselling service

• Monthly in-office massages (15 minutes per person)

• PureGym membership

• Annual flu jab

• Birthday off work

Working Arrangements

• Office-based working, Hale, Greater Manchester

• Full-time, permanent

Next Steps

Apply online or send your CV to  lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Junior Conveyancer (Opportunity to become a qualified Solicitor)

Location: Hale (Greater Manchester)

Salary: £24,000 to £30,000

Experience: Residential conveyancing support experience preferred

Start your conveyancing career with a clear pathway to qualification

Our client is looking to recruit a Junior Conveyancer to join a busy residential property team in Hale. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to build a long-term career in property law. The role offers structured support, hands-on learning, and the chance to develop in a collaborative, office-based environment.Eligible to apply for a trainee solicitor contract after 12 months’ service.

You will support senior conveyancers with day-to-day file progression, helping to keep transactions moving smoothly and ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout.

The working environment is office-based to support training, collaboration, and day-to-day support.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and review of legal documents for residential conveyancing matters

• Supporting the team in managing client files and maintaining accurate, up-to-date records

• Liaising with clients, solicitors, estate agents, lenders and other stakeholders to progress transactions

• Organising appointments, meetings, and key deadlines to support timely completion

• Conducting basic title checks and verifying property information using relevant IT systems

• Ensuring documentation complies with legal standards and internal procedures

• Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive client information at all times

• Supporting continuous improvement of internal processes and ways of working

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a residential conveyancing paralegal, junior conveyancer, or similar is preferred

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and case management systems

• Excellent organisation and the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment

• Strong time management and attention to detail

• Reliable, professional approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £24,000 to £30,000 (dependent on experience)

• Employee bonus scheme of up to an additional 10% of salary annually (T&Cs apply)

• Healthcare package including: 24/7 GP access, £100 towards dental treatment per year, £100 towards glasses per year, £250 towards physio per year, annual eye tests, annual hearing tests

• Death in service (4x salary)

• Company pension

• Pet insurance (cats and dogs, subject to conditions)

• Counselling service

• Monthly in-office massages (15 minutes per person)

• PureGym membership

• Annual flu jab

• Birthday off work

Working Arrangements

• Office-based working, Hale, Greater Manchester

• Full-time, permanent

Next Steps

Apply online or send your CV to  lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Legal Consultant (Consultancy Model)

Location: Fully remote (UK-wide)

Salary: Industry-leading fee share (consultancy model)

Experience: Minimum 3 years’ PQE (UK practice experience essential)

If you’re an experienced solicitor looking for more control over your time, your workload, and your earnings, this is a brilliant opportunity to join a well-established, reputable legal consultancy model.

Our client has experienced sustained growth and is continuing to grow nationally and is welcoming solicitors who want the freedom of working remotely, with the backing of a supportive platform behind them. You’ll have autonomy over the work you take on, when you work, and where you work from, while still benefiting from admin, compliance and marketing support.

Practice Areas of Interest

This opportunity is open to solicitors specialising in one or more of the following:

• Commercial Law

• Corporate Law

• Corporate/Commercial Law

• Criminal

• Employment Law

• Family Law

• Child Care Law

• Litigation/Dispute Resolution

• Immigration Law

• Private Client Law

• Property Law

• Privacy, GDPR / IT Law

• Regulatory

• IP Law

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing your own caseload with full autonomy over the matters you take on

• Delivering high-quality, client-focused advice within your chosen practice area(s)

• Building and maintaining client relationships and developing repeat instruction

• Working collaboratively with a wider network of consultants when matters require joined-up support

• Operating in a compliant, well-supported framework with practical admin assistance

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent UK qualification)

• Minimum 3 years’ PQE

• Strong UK legal practice experience within your chosen practice area(s)

• Ability to manage your own caseload and deliver work to a high standard

• A client-focused approach with strong communication and relationship-building skills

• An established client following, or a clear ability and appetite to build a client base

• Commercial mindset and confidence working autonomously

What’s On Offer

• Fully remote working: operate from anywhere in the UK

• Flexible hours and genuine autonomy over your workload

• Industry-leading fee share arrangement: standard 70:30 split, up to 85% depending on earnings. Plus earn 15% of any work you refer to other consultants within the firm.

• Admin, compliance and marketing support

• Inclusive, collaborative team culture

• A platform designed to help you grow your practice without giving up independence

Next Steps

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Lee Hawthorne-Finch 0333 996 2882  info@h-fts.com 

Apply now and take the next step towards greater independence.

All applications will be handled in strict confidence.

Corporate Legal Director

Location: Leeds

Salary: £90,000 to £120,000 (dependent on experience)

Experience: Senior Associate operating at Legal Director level, or an existing Corporate Legal Director

A well-established, ambitious corporate team in Leeds is looking to appoint a Corporate Legal Director. This is a senior role for someone who enjoys autonomy, high-quality work, and building long-term client relationships.

You will be trusted to run complex matters with limited partner input, while working in a collaborative environment where challenges are treated as opportunities and your development is taken seriously.

The Role

You will manage your own caseload and client relationships, advising a broad client base including owner-managed businesses, larger corporates and listed companies. Work is primarily UK-based, with some international scope.

The work will include:

• Mergers and acquisitions

• Private equity investments and buyouts

• Joint ventures

• Reorganisations

• Corporate governance and advisory work

You will also play an active role in supporting the wider team, including supervising and developing junior lawyers and contributing to team projects.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong corporate experience across M&A and wider corporate advisory work

• Confidence running high-value, complex matters with minimal supervision

• A commercial mindset and calm approach under pressure

• A collaborative, team-focused working style

• Experience supervising and supporting junior team members

• Interest in business development and networking activity

What’s On Offer

• Salary: £90,000 to £120,000 (dependent on experience)

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, plus your birthday off

• Option to buy or sell annual leave

• Private healthcare

• Profit share scheme

• Pension and life assurance

• Enhanced family-friendly leave

• Paid volunteering days

• Wellbeing support and wellness benefits

• Additional benefits including retail perks and Cycle to Work

• Clubs and committees to get involved in across the firm

Working Arrangements

• Leeds-based role

• Hybrid working available (up to 2 days per week working from home)

How to Apply

Apply online or send your CV to  lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Property Litigation Senior Associate / Legal Director

Salary: £65,000 – £85,000 (DOE)

Location: Leeds City Centre

Experience: Strong property litigation background (housing disrepair not a focus)

A exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Associate or Legal Director to join our client’s highly regarded Property Litigation team in Leeds. This role is ideal for a seasoned litigator looking to work on a diverse range of high-quality commercial property disputes within a leading Yorkshire law firm.

The Opportunity:

• Advise on a wide variety of commercial property disputes for a broad client base

• Manage complex litigation cases, including landlord and tenant matters, lease renewals, dilapidations, forfeiture, possession actions, and property-related insolvency

• Collaborate with experienced colleagues in a supportive team environment

• Minimal involvement in housing disrepair work—focus is on commercial property litigation

• Contribute to business development and client relationship management

What We’re Looking For:

• Significant experience in property litigation as a Senior Associate or Legal Director

• Strong technical expertise across commercial landlord and tenant disputes, dilapidations, forfeiture, and related litigation

• Excellent client care, negotiation, and advocacy skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

• Commercially astute, detail-oriented, and proactive

• Profiles focused on housing disrepair are less suitable

What’s On Offer:

• £65,000 – £85,000 salary (DOE)

• High-quality work with a leading Yorkshire law firm

• Modern office environment in central Leeds

• Supportive, well-established team culture

• Opportunities for professional development and recognition

About Our Client:

Our client is a leading Yorkshire law firm, recognised for its client-first approach, technical excellence, and collaborative team culture. The Property Litigation team is known for handling complex commercial disputes and delivering practical, strategic solutions for clients across a range of sectors.

Location & Working Arrangements:

Leeds. Full-time, permanent role.

How to Apply:

Apply online or send your CV to lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is committed to ethical recruitment and the highest standards of confidentiality for all applicants.

Employment Lawyer

Location: Leeds City Centre (Hybrid working supported)

Salary: £60,000-£70,000 + Extensive Benefits 

Experience required: 3+ Years PQE 

Join one of Yorkshire's most active and respected Employment teams and take your career to the next level with a firm that genuinely invests in its people.

Our client, a prestigious and highly regarded law firm with a stellar reputation across Yorkshire and beyond, is seeking a talented Employment Lawyer to join their award-winning Employment and Business Immigration team in Leeds. Due to sustained growth and ongoing success, this is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside a team of ten highly respected lawyers, consistently ranked in Chambers and Legal 500, advising a diverse and impressive client base on complex people-related matters.

If you're an ambitious employment law specialist with 3+ years' PQE (or greater experience at Senior Associate level) looking for a role that offers genuine career progression, outstanding benefits, and the chance to work on high-quality, strategic matters, this could be your perfect next move.

About the Role

As an Employment Lawyer, you'll manage a varied and intellectually stimulating caseload, advising employers across diverse sectors on complex employment law and business immigration matters. You'll work collaboratively within a team of ten highly skilled lawyers, handling both contentious and non-contentious work whilst building strong client relationships and contributing to the team's continued growth.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Advising on complex employment law matters for employers across multiple sectors including corporates, regional businesses, fast-growing SMEs, and high-net-worth individuals
• Managing contentious employment tribunal claims and litigation, including representation at hearings
• Providing strategic HR advice on disciplinary, grievance, and performance management issues
• Advising on TUPE, redundancy, and restructuring matters with a commercial, pragmatic approach
• Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements and employment contracts
• Handling discrimination, whistleblowing, and unfair dismissal claims
• Advising on business immigration matters to support clients with international workforce needs
• Building and maintaining strong internal and external client relationships
• Contributing to business development and team growth through networking and client engagement
• Working on high-value, strategic matters with early intervention to reduce risk and protect clients' interests

This role offers excellent variety, working with an impressive client base ranging from large corporates to ambitious SMEs, with genuine autonomy and support from senior lawyers.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor with minimum 3 years' PQE in employment law (greater experience welcomed, including Senior Associate level)
• Strong experience representing employers in employment matters across diverse sectors
• Proven ability to manage contentious employment work and tribunal representation
• Excellent client relationship management skills with ability to provide pragmatic, commercial advice
• Commercially minded with ability to remain calm under pressure and manage competing priorities
• Motivated team player who works equally well autonomously and collaboratively
• Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex legal issues clearly to clients
• Adaptable to change with a proactive, solutions-focused approach

Desirable:

• Experience in business immigration matters
• Track record of business development or networking activities
• Experience advising large corporates and high-net-worth individuals
• Familiarity with employment law software and case management systems

Exceptional Benefits Package

Our client is committed to being an employer of choice and offers an outstanding benefits package that reflects their genuine care for employee wellbeing and work-life balance:

Financial Rewards:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience – enquire for specific details)
• Enhanced pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Life assurance and income protection for peace of mind
• Private healthcare and dental coverage for you and your family

Work-Life Balance:

• Hybrid working: 2 days per week from home with agile working policy
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off
• Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies
• Enhanced parental leave and support for working parents

Wellbeing & Development:

• Employee Assistance Programme with confidential support services
• Comprehensive wellbeing initiatives including mental health support
• Perkbox benefits including reduced travel and parking charges
• Cycle to work scheme with secure bike storage facilities
• Professional development opportunities with clear career progression pathways
• Continuous training and development support

Culture & Community:

• Social clubs and committees including book club, crochet club, menopause support group, carers groups, BeGreen environmental initiative, and BeOne diversity network
• Regular team social events and firm-wide celebrations
• Collaborative, supportive culture where friendships last for life

Location & Working Arrangements

Based: Modern Leeds city centre office
Working Pattern: Full-time with agile working policy
Hybrid Working: Up to 2 days per week from home
Accessibility: Excellent transport links with city centre location

Our client's Leeds office provides a contemporary, professional working environment with all the facilities and support you need to excel in your role whilst maintaining excellent work-life balance.

About Our Client

Our client is a prestigious law firm with a stellar reputation as an employer of choice. Their Employment and Business Immigration team comprises ten highly respected lawyers, consistently listed in Chambers and Legal 500, and is renowned for delivering pragmatic, commercial advice on complex people-related issues.

The team prides itself on early intervention to reduce risk and protect clients' interests, working with an impressive and diverse client base including:

• Large corporates and PLCs (UK and international)
• Regional businesses across multiple sectors
• Fast-growing SMEs navigating rapid expansion
• High-net-worth individuals requiring strategic employment advice

The firm's culture is vital to their ongoing success – they genuinely care for their employees and hire only the best talent: good people with outstanding technical skills. Their focus on collaboration, long-term client relationships, and employee wellbeing sets them apart from other firms.

In the past 12 months alone, the firm has worked across 25 different jurisdictions, demonstrating the quality and international reach of their work.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an experienced Employment Lawyer looking for a role with a Chambers and Legal 500 ranked team, exceptional benefits, and genuine career progression, 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