Employment Associate Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking an Employment Associate to join their team in Manchester. This role offers a competitive salary up to £80,000 and excellent career progression opportunities. The successful candidate will need a minimum of 1 year of PQE in Employment law and experience with a range of employment issues. Responsibilities include defending claims and advising on various employment matters. The position is ideal for an ambitious lawyer wanting to work in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years PQE in Employment law is required.
• Experience acting for employers on a broad range of issues.
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Defend Employment Tribunal claims for high-profile clients.
• Advise on disciplinaries, grievances, redundancies, and restructures.
• Support corporate deals and TUPE matters.

Skills

Communication skills

Business development

Client relationship management

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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

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.

Contact:

Oliver Hines (Retained Consultant)

Email: [e-mail]