At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise top clients on complex employment matters and handle high-value claims.
- Company: Join a global law firm known for innovation and career growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, pension contribution, and private medical cover.
- Other info: Enjoy hybrid working options and a culture focused on inclusion and development.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a dynamic environment with international exposure.
- Qualifications: 5 years PQE, strong communication skills, and experience in employment law.
The predicted salary is between 78000 - 90000 £ per year.
Job ID: JN-082026-7080431
Posted: 2026-08-10
Location: Leeds, England
Salary: 78000 - 90000/year
Type: Full-time
Company: Michael Page
Contact: Mike Smith
Job function: Legal
Subsector: Employment / Pensions / Immigration
Sector: Business Services
Contract type: Permanent
Consultant name: Mike Smith
Work with FTSE and international clients. Join a global firm with exceptional career opportunities.
About Our Client
Our client is a global law firm with a strong reputation for delivering innovative, commercially focused legal advice to major organisations across the world. The firm places genuine emphasis on career development, inclusion and well-being, with employee networks and a culture designed to give people the opportunity to develop and reach their potential.
Job Description
The Employment Senior Associate will be:
- Advising corporate and financial institution clients on complex employment matters
- Handling employment claims, projects and corporate transactions
- Advising on senior executive recruitment, termination and remuneration arrangements
- Advising on bonus disputes, team moves and restrictive covenant matters
- Working with clients on consultation exercises
- Advising on benefit redesign and global mobility projects
- Working closely with international colleagues on multi-jurisdictional matters
- Contributing to the continued development and profile of the employment practice
The Successful Applicant
The Employment Senior Associate should be:
- A solicitor with 5 years PQE plus
- Experienced in advising employers on a broad range of employment matters
- Comfortable handling complex and high value employment work
- Experienced in contentious and non-contentious employment matters
- Able to build relationships with sophisticated corporate clients
- Comfortable working on matters with an international or cross-border dimension
- A strong communicator with excellent drafting and analytical skills
- Interested in developing their career within a global law firm in Leeds
What's on Offer
- Salary between 78,000 and 90,000
- 25 days of holiday leave
- 5% pension contribution
- Bonus scheme
- Private medical cover
- Hybrid working options
If you're interested in this role, apply now.
Employment Senior Associate in Leeds employer: Michael Page International
Michael Page is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Leeds that fosters professional growth and development. With a strong focus on mentoring and team collaboration, employees benefit from hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary package, including performance-based bonuses. Joining this multinational organisation means being part of a high-growth team dedicated to delivering exceptional tax compliance services across diverse sectors.
Contact Details:
Michael Page International Recruitment Team
