Senior employment lawyer role offering a mix of contentious and non-contentious work across a broad client base. The team advises on complex tribunal litigation, whistleblowing and collective bargaining matters, and supports major HR projects such as restructurings and outsourcing.

The position is open across multiple UK offices (primarily Leeds or Manchester) with a hybrid working model (minimum office attendance expected) and occasional inter-office travel. The role offers client-facing responsibility and opportunities to develop senior relationships and lead significant pieces of work.

As a senior member of the team you will be expected to coach and develop junior colleagues, engage in formal training and contribute to practice growth and innovation, including sensible use of technology and AI tools to improve client service.

Minimum 5 years post-qualification employment law experience (contentious and non-contentious).
Proven experience advising on tribunal litigation, whistleblowing and collective bargaining matters.
Strong client‑facing skills with the ability to develop and maintain senior client relationships.
Demonstrable coaching/mentoring experience and willingness to contribute to business development and cross-practice collaboration.

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