Employment Lawyer – Manchester, Cardiff, Leeds or Oxford

Origin Legal; Manchester, Leeds, Oxford, Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a mid-level to senior Employment Lawyer to join their global mobility team in Manchester. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in employment law and a strong understanding of global mobility issues, providing legal advice on complex matters. This role offers a flexible working environment and significant career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model

Career development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with solid experience in employment law.
• Comfortable managing a varied caseload independently.
• A team player who enjoys collaborative working.

Responsibilities

• Advise on disciplinary and grievance issues.
• Manage discrimination and whistleblowing cases.
• Handle TUPE and restructuring legal matters.
• Assist with Employment Tribunal claims.
• Provide executive advisory for senior exits.

Skills

Experience in employment law

Strong technical and commercial awareness

Excellent communication skills

Client-handling skills

Ability to manage a varied caseload independently

Education

Qualified Solicitor (circa 2+ PQE)

Job description

Overview

Employment Lawyer – Manchester, Cardiff, Leeds or Oxford

One of the leading law firms for Employment Law in the UK is looking to hire a mid-level to senior lawyer to work as part of their global mobility team. The incoming solicitor will be an employment lawyer with significant experience, who ideally will have a track record of advising clients with a global reach.

They will be attuned to the factors around global mobility and will be able to advise on the key legal issues that are arising in an evolving market. The hiring practice is a highly regarded place to work with a strong focus on well-being as well as being one of the key practices for Employment Law.

It is envisaged that this role will be based out of one of their regional hubs in either Manchester, Cardiff, Leeds or Oxford. For a confidential chat about this position please contact Stuart Phillips.

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The Role: This is a broad advisory and contentious employment law position, working closely with a market-recognised partner who leads the Oxford-based team. You’ll be advising both employers and senior employees on matters including:

• Disciplinary and grievance issues
• Discrimination and whistleblowing
• TUPE and restructuring
• Employment Tribunal claims
• Senior exits and executive advisory work

You’ll be joining a national team of over 40 employment specialists and contributing to a genuinely collaborative, people-focused culture. There’s also strong support for business development and progression, and you’ll be trusted with a high level of client contact from day one.

What They’re Looking For:

• Qualified Solicitor (circa 2+ PQE) with solid experience in employment law
• Strong technical and commercial awareness
• Comfortable managing a varied caseload independently
• Excellent communication and client-handling skills
• A team player who enjoys collaborative working and is open to business development

Why Apply?

• Top-tier team with strong national and regional presence
• Clear career path and regular exposure to high-quality work
• Flexible hybrid working model
• Culture built around respect, inclusion and professional development
• Investors in People Silver Award winner

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their employment practice in a high-performing but down-to-earth environment, with great support, flexibility, and room to grow. Interested in finding out more? Get in touch for a confidential chat.

Are you an experienced Employment Solicitor?

Are you an experienced Employment Solicitor looking for your next career move? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a top-ranked employment, pensions, and immigration team within a leading regional law firm. With high-profile clients and a growing caseload of complex employment matters, this role is ideal for an ambitious solicitor ready to take their career to the next level.

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