Solicitor (Employment) Legal Services (Grade K) (Ref 654) in Manchester

Greater Manchester Police is one of the largest police forces in the UK and is responsible for keeping its diverse population of almost three million people safe. Greater Manchester is a vibrant region in the Northwest, spread over more than 1,200 sq km. Split over 10 metropolitan districts, it is billed as the most diverse city in Europe, whose residents draw on and contribute to its rich cultural legacy and collectively speak up to 200 different languages. Recently awarded the ‘most improved force in the country’ after its latest police effectiveness, efficiency and legitimacy (PEEL) inspection in 2023, Greater Manchester Police remains committed to doing the basics of policing brilliantly, protecting the public, supporting victims and ensuring its workforce reflects the communities it serves. GMP recognises that having a diverse workforce makes it more approachable and relevant to the public, and so we welcome applications from everyone.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hardworking, motivated and adaptable legal practitioner to join our friendly and supportive in‑house Employment and Misconduct Team within Legal Services, based at Force Headquarters.

• Provide practical and timely legal advice on employment law issues, including discrimination, whistleblowing and misconduct.
• Handle a case load of complex police misconduct proceedings and employment‑related litigation.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels across the Force.
• Diversify into the area of police misconduct work; no prior experience required, as training and support will be provided.

• Legal practitioner with thorough understanding of employment law.
• Excellent communication and client‑care skills.
• Strong team‑player, capable of managing a demanding case load.
• Candidate must undergo security vetting.

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 24 days, plus bank holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years and 32 after 10 years of service.
• Hybrid working.
• A competitive salary with annual pay rise.
• Generous pension.
• Maternity/paternity leave.
• Healthcare and wellbeing support including access to Health Assured.
• Opportunity to join GMP’s Sports and Social Club.
• Emergency services blue‑light card discount.
• Cycle Scheme.
• Car lease scheme via Fleet Solutions.

As an equal opportunities employer, GMP is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. The Equality Act 2010 makes it unlawful to discriminate against a disabled person in all areas of employment, including recruitment. The Police Service welcomes people with disabilities and will do its best to make reasonable adjustments to the working arrangements and/or the working environment providing it is possible to do so. Candidates with a disability meeting all essential criteria should be progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join GMP. All applicants must be able to demonstrate the appropriate right to work in the UK and meet the statutory requirements for the role, including being at least 18 years old and having at least 5 years residency in the UK.