Employment Associate

Slater Gordon; Greater Manchester, Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking firm as an Associate Lawyer in the Employment team, where you will handle complex legal matters and provide expert advice on employment law. This role offers a hybrid working model, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life while contributing to a supportive and dynamic environment. With a strong emphasis on professional development and comprehensive benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in law. If you are passionate about delivering excellent customer service and making a difference, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Buy and sell annual leave

Health checks

Digital GP access

Mental health support

Income protection

Private medical insurance

Gym discounts

Life assurance

Legal services

Qualifications

• Proficient in Employment law and capable of managing client meetings.
• Experienced in redundancy, restructuring, and TUPE agreements.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on discrimination, redundancy, and contracts.
• Negotiate settlements and manage caseloads effectively.

Skills

Employment law

Equality/discrimination

Negotiation skills

Client management

Drafting contracts

Supervision/line management

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a talented Lawyer to join our hugely successful Employment team in Manchester as an Associate.

Requirements

• Experience in equality/discrimination and employment tribunals
• Proficiency in Employment law, with the ability to manage client meetings and lead complex negotiations
• Experience in redundancy, restructuring, employment terminations, and TUPE agreements
• Ability to advise on discrimination, redundancy, and contracts, including reviewing and drafting contracts
• Experience in negotiating settlements, supporting clients, managing caseloads, and providing legal advice
• Background in supervision or line management, with a focus on chargeable hours and billing

What we offer in return

• Hybrid working – 2 days per week in the office (reasonable commuting distance required)
• 35 hours per week – Monday to Friday
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Buy and sell annual leave up to 5 days
• Comprehensive benefits including health checks, digital GP access, mental health support, income protection, private medical insurance, gym discounts, life assurance, and legal services

Professional Development

We support your career growth through courses, funding for qualifications, external training, and internal resources.

Our Values

We uphold high standards, challenge norms, and deliver excellent customer service, guided by the S+G Way:

• We do what we say
• We create, not wait
• We own and resolve issues
• We respect and encourage
• We balance work and life

For more information, contact [e-mail]. Note: Vacancies may close early depending on application volume.