Employment Solicitor | Associate
Manchester
Are you an Employment Solicitor looking to join a team that is genuinely growing, winning high-quality instructions, and offering the opportunity to work alongside highly respected employment lawyers?
A highly regarded commercial law firm is seeking an ambitious Employment Solicitor or Associate to become part of its expanding employment team. The department advises a diverse client base ranging from owner-managed businesses and SMEs through to larger national organisations, while also acting for senior executives, directors and professionals on complex workplace issues.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and entrepreneurial team where you’ll enjoy a varied caseload, direct client exposure and the chance to play an active role in the continued growth of the practice.
The Role
You’ll work closely with experienced senior lawyers while also running your own matters, advising on a broad spectrum of employment law issues.
Typical work will include:
Advising employers on day-to-day HR and employment law matters.
Supporting senior employees and executives on workplace disputes.
Handling disciplinary, grievance and redundancy matters.
Advising on discrimination, whistleblowing and unfair dismissal claims.
Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, service agreements, policies and procedures.
Negotiating settlement agreements and exits.
Managing Employment Tribunal matters from initial instruction through to conclusion.
Providing commercially focused and pragmatic advice to clients.
Developing and strengthening client relationships.
About You
The firm is keen to speak with ambitious candidates who enjoy client contact and high-quality work.
You will ideally have:
Around 2-5 years’ PQE in employment law, although candidates outside this range will also be considered.
Experience advising both employers and employees.
Strong technical employment law knowledge.
Employment Tribunal experience.
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
Commercial awareness and a practical approach to problem solving.
The confidence to manage your own workload effectively.
A genuine interest in networking, business development and building professional relationships.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Join a successful and growing employment practice.
Work on a broad mix of respondent and claimant matters.
Exposure to quality clients and interesting legal issues.
Strong support from experienced partners and senior lawyers.
A friendly, collaborative and ambitious culture.
Genuine opportunities for progression and career development.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
This role would suit an Employment Solicitor seeking a move away from purely volume-driven work and into an environment where quality, client relationships and long-term career development are genuinely valued.
For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Layla Jackson
Mobile: 07831615961
Email: [email protected]