Associate / Senior Associate Solicitor - Employment

Job Title: Associate / Senior Associate Solicitor Employment.

Location: Leeds / London (Hybrid) UK

About Thrive Law:

Law but not as you know it.

Are you ready to redefine what it means to be an employment lawyer

Do you believe everybody should be enabled to thrive in the workplace

At Thrive Law were fighting for a fair equitable and inclusive employment landscape where everyone thrives.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Thrive Law a progressive thought-leading multi-award-winning law firm deeply committed to transforming the workplace into an environment where diversity inclusion and well-being arent just valued - theyre the foundation of our practice.

Under the inspiring leadership of our Founder & Managing Partner Jodie Hill Thrive Law transcends traditional legal practice. Were dedicated to fostering a positive shift in the legal sector propelled by Jodies personal journey and her ground-breaking work in mental health advocacy within the legal profession. Our mission is clear we exist to deliver excellence drive education advocate for change and empower individuals.

We live and breathe our core values and have an appetite for change and a clear vision of a fairer and more just world. Our values include collaboration equality for all empowerment authenticity and proactive change. This opportunity is for those who place Diversity & Inclusion at the forefront of business agendas and are eager to join a firm where well-being is part of our DNA.

Do NOT Apply If:

• Your focus is solely on billable hours rather than making a significant impact.
• The foundational values of Thrive Law dont resonate with you.
• You prefer working in isolation away from a collaborative team environment.
• You view ED&I and well-being initiatives as mere formalities rather than essential practices.
• You dont like the complexities and fast paced environment of employment law.

DO Apply If:

• Youre an adept employment solicitor seeking smarter innovative ways to work.
• Youre drawn to a founder-led firm thats a trailblazer in the legal profession.
• You thrive in dynamic settings and are capable of leading and managing a hybrid team.
• Your passion extends beyond litigation to training ED&I well-being and embracing the occasional team karaoke!

Whats On Offer

• A chance to be part of an award-winning team with a real emphasis on workplace diversity inclusion mental health and well-being.
• A truly flexible working environment that champions productivity and meeting the needs of our clients and business in a hybrid role.
• A competitive salary reflective of your experience and the unique value you bring.
• No billable hours target with bonuses based on performance and behaviours.
• For experienced Senior Associate applications scope for progression to a Partner role.
• Being involved directly with clients developing your own portfolio.
• Thrives Making a Difference Awards A chance to win more holiday or vouchers every month.
• Wellbeing days paid 2 per year.
• Paid days off for pro bono or volunteering during work time.
• Training and development We are a people focussed firm; we invest in our people and watch them thrive.
• An invitation to contribute creatively to marketing business development and the wide array of services we offer reinforcing our commitment to valuing diverse perspectives and team involvement.

The Role:

In your pivotal role at Thrive Law you will become an integral member of our dynamic growing team engaging in both contentious and non-contentious legal matters predominantly focusing on litigation in an employment context. This diverse work spectrum spans advisory HR services and Employment Tribunal representation for both claimants and respondents. Directly reporting to our Managing Partner Jodie Hill youll gain invaluable insights from senior partners and also mentor less experienced team members fostering a culture of learning and leadership within our firm.

We are accepting applications from those looking for either an Associate or Senior Associate role. This position is therefore ideally suited to someone with over 4 years of post-qualification experience (PQE). However we are open to considering candidates who can showcase the requisite skills and experience for the role. Our varied client base includes SMEs national corporations charitable organisations educational institutions company directors high-net-worth individuals employees and union members many of which openly disclose disabilities necessitating effective communication across all client levels.

Given Thrive Laws commitment to mental health wellbeing neurodiversity and a robust focus on Equality Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I) an understanding of mental health issues and disability discrimination and all areas of discrimination is crucial. Youll be expected to be well-versed in proactive ED&I strategies and initiatives. Additionally your role will extend to active engagement in the firms marketing endeavours (including social media) content creation for articles public relations efforts business development activities and leveraging social media and networking platforms to enhance our brand presence and outreach as well as developing your own personal brand.

What do we require from our people

• First and foremost alignment with Thrive Laws values and a commitment to exemplary workplace culture. We are not like most law firms and that is no accident!
• The desire to significantly impact clients colleagues and the legal profession.
• Awareness of mental health issues in the employment lifecycle and a commitment to creating inclusive barrier-free workplaces.
• First class client service levels.
• Flexibility. Whilst remote and flexible working is offered and encouraged you will be expected to attend our Head Office in Leeds on occasion especially for key meetings and events.
• If you are not passionate about the values on which Thrive was founded this is not the firm for you.

Whats desirable

• Experience in Business Development Marketing and Compliance.
• Knowledge in advising clients within specific sectors like education charity retail or health & well-being.
• An existing client base is advantageous.

What do our clients say

Thrives positive and welcoming culture is infectious and Im proud to be working with them.

We can honestly say this is a company that very much has the hearts (and minds) of clients at the top of their priority rather than the fiscal driven priorities of most law firms the advice we have received has been outstanding we now consider a proactive rather than reactive approach to our employees and approach the wellbeing of our staff with more consideration than ever before.

Still Interested

Please apply via the Thrive Law careers website. You will be required to upload the following:

1. A covering letter to include but not limited to your up-to-date LinkedIn profile why you are attracted to the role and the relevant experience you can bring to the role.

1. Your up to date C.V.

Thrive Law are a proudly diverse and inclusive team and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. We have capacity for a full-time role but will consider part-time/flexible applications. Please make this clear when contacting us along with any adjustments you may need to the application process or interview.

Required Experience:

Senior IC