Employment Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing values-led firm in South Manchester is seeking an ambitious employment solicitor with 3–5 years' experience to lead the growth of their employment service line. You will have the opportunity to shape your practice and lead a team with a clear pathway to senior leadership. Benefits include a competitive salary of £40,000–£50,000, hybrid working, and corporate gym membership. Join a supportive culture with strong internal resources and development opportunities.

Benefits

Corporate gym membership

Structured development resources

Tech-enabled systems support

Qualifications

• 3–5 years post-qualification experience in employment law.
• Ability to work independently on employer-focused matters.
• Proactive and collaborative approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the expansion of a high-potential employment service offering.
• Shape and direct the team and service line.
• Act as a key commercial adviser and team leader.

Skills

Employer-focused legal matters

Independent work

Organizational skills

Proactivity

Cross-functional collaboration

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Qualified solicitor (3–5 PQE in employment law)

Job description

• Lead the growth of a high-potential employment offering from day one
• Inherit existing work and shape your own practice
• Real opportunity to become a key commercial adviser and team lead

Looking for a role where you can take the reins and create something of your own?

This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious employment solicitor to join a growing, values-led firm inSouth Manchester and reintroduce a core service line with full support from the senior leadership team.

You’ll step into a ready-made flow of employer-side work and have the autonomy to shape the team, service, and direction, with a direct pathway to progression and influence across the wider commercial offering.

Who we’re looking for

• 3–5 PQE in employment law
• Confident working independently on employer-focused matters
• Organised, proactive, and able to collaborate cross-functionally
• Entrepreneurial and motivated by the opportunity to build something meaningful

Salary & Benefits

• £40,000–£50,000 (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working (after initial onboarding)
• Corporate gym membership
• Structured development & internal leadership resources
• Tech-enabled systems and compliance support
• Real opportunity to grow a team and move into senior leadership
• Supportive culture with regular 1:1s and strong cross-team referrals

Contact Duane Cormell

Call Duane on 03300 245 606 or [e-mail] find out more or apply. All conversations are confidential.