Employment Associate - Manchester

Actis Recruitment; Stoke-on-Trent, Greater Manchester, Liverpool City Region, West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the legal sector is seeking an associate with 3-5 years of PQE in Employment Law to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse caseload, including corporate support, whistleblowing cases, and senior executive negotiations. You will thrive in a supportive environment that encourages professional development and client engagement. The firm values flexibility and offers a range of benefits, including hybrid working options, health and wellness programs, and generous holiday allowances. Join a team committed to excellence and community involvement.

Benefits

Flexible Working Policies

Health and Wellness Benefits

Pension Plan

Life Assurance

Holiday Buy/Sell Options

Team Building Activities

Pro-Bono Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years PQE in Employment Law.
• Experience in handling complex employment law issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload with direct client contact.
• Support and mentor junior lawyers and trainees.

Skills

Employment Law

Client Management

Negotiation Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Salary:
£55,000 - £65,000

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Location:
West Yorkshire, All North West, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Merseyside, North Wales, Stoke Potteries

Areas of Law:
Employment

Job Type:
Permanent

Level:
2-4 years qualified, 4-6 years qualified

Sector:
Private practice

Contact: 0345 300 3577

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A new vacancy has arisen with one of the leading Employment Law Teams based in Manchester. The role is suitable for an associate with 3-5 years PQE.

You will be part of a cohesive, well-structured team, receiving guidance and mentoring from the head of department. You will collaborate with talented peers and colleagues and support and develop junior lawyers and trainees.

The team has expertise in contentious and non-contentious employment law, handling a diverse caseload that includes:

• Corporate support and TUPE transactions
• Whistleblowing
• Industrial relations
• Senior executive and director terminations & negotiations

Clients are from sectors such as Banking, Life Sciences, Retail, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Construction, and Engineering. The team mainly works for corporate and commercial clients, including FTSE 100 companies, and has a strong reputation for representing senior executives in termination and boardroom disputes.

You will have direct client contact and manage your own matters, working within a partner-led team on complex issues. You will also participate in multidisciplinary teams and networking activities.

The firm supports your technical development and relationship-building skills, encouraging involvement in business development and client engagement.

The firm offers competitive remuneration, flexible working policies, benefits, and generous holiday allowances. They promote hybrid working and provide health, lifestyle, wellness benefits, pension, life assurance, and holiday buy/sell options.

Opportunities for team building, social, pro-bono, and community involvement are available. The firm is committed to ESG initiatives and encourages volunteering.

For questions or further discussion before applying, contact Tracy Lock.

Actis Legal specializes in the North West legal market, providing tailored advice and career guidance. All inquiries are confidential.

**Note: References to PQE are guidelines for skills and experience. We encourage all suitable candidates to apply.