At a Glance
- Tasks: Handle diverse employment law cases and support high-profile clients.
- Company: Award-winning national law firm with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and excellent career progression.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with partnership potential for ambitious candidates.
- Why this job: Join a top-tier team and make a real impact in employment law.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with 1+ years PQE in Employment law.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 80000 £ per year.
The Role
Employment Associate – National Law Firm - Salary up to £80,000
I’m working with a highly regarded, award-winning national law firm that is looking to expand its Employment team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to join a Chambers & Legal 500 ranked team with a strong reputation across the UK.
As part of this growing team, you’ll work on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including:
- Defending Employment Tribunal claims for high-profile clients
- Advising on disciplinaries, grievances, redundancies, and restructures
- Supporting corporate deals, TUPE matters, and outsourcing arrangements
- Drafting employment contracts, settlement agreements, and policies
- Building strong relationships with major employers in retail, financial services, and the public sector
What’s on Offer
- Join a nationally recognised Employment practice with a supportive and collaborative culture
- Work alongside respected leaders in the field
- Excellent career progression opportunities, with partnership potential discussed early for the right candidates
- A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Hybrid working
About You
- Qualified Solicitor with 1+ years PQE in Employment law
- Experience acting for employers/respondents on a broad range of issues
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders
- Interest in business development and client relationship management
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone. There is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Employment Lawyer/senior Lawyer in Manchester employer: William James Recruitment
Join a prestigious national law firm in Manchester, renowned for its collaborative culture and commitment to employee development. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this role offers exceptional career progression opportunities, including early discussions on partnership for ambitious lawyers. Be part of a Chambers & Legal 500 ranked team, working on diverse employment matters while building strong relationships with high-profile clients across various sectors.
