Associate, Claimant & Union Litigation

Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP's Employment Team in Birmingham is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to advise claimants, unions and staff associations on contentious employment matters, and on regulatory and pension issues. The role involves tribunal work and civil court advocacy, with opportunities to handle high‑profile cases.

The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years PQE, excellent drafting and advocacy skills, and the ability to manage a demanding caseload while delivering outstanding

Qualifications

• SRA qualified with 5–8 years post-qualification experience.
• Current experience in a recognised Employment team or in-house department with claimant work.
• Ability to handle a caseload of employment tribunal claims to final trial.
• Strong communication and client care skills.
• Independent worker who can also collaborate in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on contentious employment matters, regulatory and pension issues for union clients.
• Manage employment tribunal and pension cases from intake to final judgment.
• Conduct advocacy at preliminary tribunal hearings.
• Draft and review pleadings, submissions and legal documents.
• Provide training to clients and attend networking/marketing events.
• Assist other team members as required.

Skills

Employment law

Advocacy

Client management

Legal drafting

Education

SRA Qualified

Job description

Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP's Employment Team in Birmingham is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to advise claimants, unions and staff associations on contentious employment matters, and on regulatory and pension issues. The role involves tribunal work and civil court advocacy, with opportunities to handle high‑profile cases.

The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years PQE, excellent drafting and advocacy skills, and the ability to manage a demanding caseload while delivering outstanding