Principal Associate - Employment - Charities

Employment - Charities - Principal Associate (4+ PQE) | Leeds

Are you an ambitious Employment Solicitor with Charities experience seeking your next challenge in a leading international law firm? Celebrated for its innovative approach, client-focused excellence and dedication to fostering talent.

About the Firm
This prominent UK law firm is known for its exceptional career development opportunities, underpinned by an award-winning learning and development programme and clear progression pathways. With a reputation for innovation and adaptability, the firm operates across key sectors such as energy, life sciences, education, and sport, offering a varied and dynamic workload.

The client base ranges from high-growth start-ups and SMEs to global powerhouses, including FTSE 100 giants. Diversity and inclusion lie at the heart of the firm's ethos, complemented by a modern, flexible working environment that champions work-life balance.

The Role

This is a prime opportunity for an experienced Employment Principal Associate to join the thriving Employment practice for Charities in Leeds. You will undertake a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment work, primarily supporting our charity and third sector clients.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver outstanding client service to both internal and external clients to encourage client retention and referrals
• Have a sound understanding of clients' legal, commercial and service requirements
• Have effective client relationship and client service skills
• Demonstrate strong business development credentials in terms of growth from existing clients and bringing in new work

The ideal candidate will have:

• 4 years of PQE as a qualified Employment solicitor with Charities experience.
• A proactive approach to developing client relationships and industry networks.
• Excellent organisational skills and a passion for tackling challenging legal work.

Why Join?

• Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• A supportive, inclusive culture with a strong emphasis on flexible and agile working.
• The chance to work on high-profile, impactful UK and international matters.

Apply now for Immediate consideration or contact Sid Wright on 07441937659 or sid@jmc-legal.com for a confidential chat.