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: No CV needed for initial conversation; apply confidentially.
- Why this job: Join a top-ranked team and work alongside industry leaders.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with 1+ years 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 Solicitor/Senior Solicitor in Manchester employer: William James Recruitment
Join a prestigious national law firm in Manchester, renowned for its supportive and collaborative culture, where you will have the opportunity to work alongside respected leaders in employment law. With excellent career progression opportunities, including early discussions on partnership potential, and a competitive salary complemented by a comprehensive benefits package, this role offers a meaningful and rewarding career path for ambitious solicitors looking to make an impact in the legal field.
