Employment Solicitor

Simpson Judge Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Legal 500 firm in Manchester is seeking an Employment Solicitor with over 4 years PQE. The role involves advising on various employment law matters, managing tribunal claims, and drafting key documents. Join a dynamic firm known for its client-focused approach, enjoy a supportive culture, and benefit from flexible working options and genuine career growth.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Competitive salary and benefits

Genuine career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 4+ years PQE in Employment Law.
• Strong technical expertise and confidence to work independently.
• Ambitious, team-oriented with business development interest.

Responsibilities

• Advising on disciplinary, grievance, redundancy, TUPE, and HR matters.
• Managing Employment Tribunal claims from start to finish.
• Drafting employment contracts, service agreements, and internal policies.

Skills

Technical expertise

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Commercial awareness

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Job Title: Employment Solicitor (4+ PQE)

Location: Manchester (Hybrid working available)

Experience: 4+ years PQE

Type: Full-time, Permanent

My client

My client is a dynamic leading Legal 500 commercial law firm offering comprehensive legal services, recognized for its quality, pragmatic client care, and supported by recent strategic growth and investment.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to handle a broad range of employment law matters, advising both employers and employees. You’ll take ownership of your caseload while working closely with colleagues across the firm on complex, high-value issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on disciplinary, grievance, redundancy, TUPE, and day-to-day HR matters
• Managing Employment Tribunal claims from start to finish
• Drafting employment contracts, service agreements, and internal policies
• Preparing and negotiating settlement agreements
• Supporting corporate transactions on employment-related matters
• Playing a role in client development and firm growth

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified solicitor with 4+ years PQE in Employment Law
• Strong technical expertise and the confidence to work independently
• Commercially aware with a practical, client-focused approach
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ambitious and team-oriented, with an interest in contributing to business development

Why join?

• A growing firm with a reputation for quality and professionalism
• A supportive, down-to-earth culture with flexible working options
• Direct access to quality work and strong client relationships
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Genuine career progression opportunities