We are looking for a qualified employment solicitor (4-5 years’ PQE) to join our nationally renowned employment rights team, based in Leeds city centre. This role is a unique opportunity to join a respected, claimant-focussed team, working on a varied caseload covering all aspects of employment law, from initial advice through to litigation.
Morrish Solicitors is a privately-owned law firm which has been representing individuals for 143 years. Today we act for 34 trade unions and professional associations, their members and private individuals nationally.
About the role
Following a thorough onboarding process, you will have your own caseload involving advising on and pursuing employment and industrial relations issues in the tribunals and courts for trade union and professional association members, as well as private individual clients. Your caseload will cover a variety of business sectors across a range of industries including rail/transport, manufacturing, education, health, public sector, sport and the music industry, and you will be dealing with clients at all levels of seniority. There are excellent prospects for career progression in this role, and you will receive regular training to ensure you thrive and achieve your own personal and professional development goals, as well as keeping you fully aware of changes and updates to regulations and best practice. You will be able to support the firm’s marketing and business development strategy, producing written content for publication on- and off-line. We are committed to being a responsible part of our community, and you will have the opportunity to support local community activities and charities. About you
We are looking for a qualified solicitor with at least 4-5 years’ PQE (or equivalent experience) working in the employment sector. You will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be confident dealing with people at all levels of seniority internally and externally. We are looking for a candidate with a track record of providing excellent standards of client care and the desire to exceed clients’ expectations. Although training will be provided, we are looking for someone with excellent technical experience, preferably gained at a leading firm. About Us
Our Mission We aim to be the most successful, best regarded trade union law firm in the UK and the most successful, best regarded law firm for individuals in West Yorkshire. We will achieve this by providing high quality advice, assistance, representation, and exceptional service to individuals, by making people feel better, not worse. Our Values Fairness:
We act fairly and even-handedly in all our dealings. Openness and honesty:
We are honest with each other and share information. Communication:
We say clearly what is required and expected from others. Innovation:
We are prepared to take risks and be comfortable in fast-changing environments. Effectiveness:
We work hard to achieve our objectives and are trained and confident to do the work assigned to us. Alongside a competitive salary, other benefits include: An annual bonus scheme of up to 10% of your basic salary 31 days holiday including bank holidays, your birthday off each year and long service increments of an additional 2 days at six years and 3 further days at ten years’ service. You also have the option of buying additional days each year. Employee Assistance scheme Life Assurance Regular funded staff events Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance Applications from those looking for part-time working hours are welcome and will be considered.
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Following a thorough onboarding process, you will have your own caseload involving advising on and pursuing employment and industrial relations issues in the tribunals and courts for trade union and professional association members, as well as private individual clients. Your caseload will cover a variety of business sectors across a range of industries including rail/transport, manufacturing, education, health, public sector, sport and the music industry, and you will be dealing with clients at all levels of seniority. There are excellent prospects for career progression in this role, and you will receive regular training to ensure you thrive and achieve your own personal and professional development goals, as well as keeping you fully aware of changes and updates to regulations and best practice. You will be able to support the firm’s marketing and business development strategy, producing written content for publication on- and off-line. We are committed to being a responsible part of our community, and you will have the opportunity to support local community activities and charities. About you
We are looking for a qualified solicitor with at least 4-5 years’ PQE (or equivalent experience) working in the employment sector. You will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be confident dealing with people at all levels of seniority internally and externally. We are looking for a candidate with a track record of providing excellent standards of client care and the desire to exceed clients’ expectations. Although training will be provided, we are looking for someone with excellent technical experience, preferably gained at a leading firm. About Us
Our Mission We aim to be the most successful, best regarded trade union law firm in the UK and the most successful, best regarded law firm for individuals in West Yorkshire. We will achieve this by providing high quality advice, assistance, representation, and exceptional service to individuals, by making people feel better, not worse. Our Values Fairness:
We act fairly and even-handedly in all our dealings. Openness and honesty:
We are honest with each other and share information. Communication:
We say clearly what is required and expected from others. Innovation:
We are prepared to take risks and be comfortable in fast-changing environments. Effectiveness:
We work hard to achieve our objectives and are trained and confident to do the work assigned to us. Alongside a competitive salary, other benefits include: An annual bonus scheme of up to 10% of your basic salary 31 days holiday including bank holidays, your birthday off each year and long service increments of an additional 2 days at six years and 3 further days at ten years’ service. You also have the option of buying additional days each year. Employee Assistance scheme Life Assurance Regular funded staff events Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance Applications from those looking for part-time working hours are welcome and will be considered.
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