Employment Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice in Manchester is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to work with sports and media clients. This position offers a hybrid working model and a supportive environment for career growth. Ideal candidates will have 2-5 years of PQE and experience in contentious and non-contentious matters. The firm provides a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary above market rate

Hybrid and flexible working available

Extensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Qualified Employment Solicitor with 2-5 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in both contentious and non-contentious issues.
• Strong attention to detail and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse caseload including service agreements and employment-related disputes.
• Assist the employment team and gain exposure to high-profile sports matters.
• Provide support to corporate and commercial departments.

Skills

Experience in contentious matters

Experience in non-contentious matters

Well-organized

Proactive

Attention to detail

Good written communication skills

Good oral communication skills

Education

Qualified Employment Solicitor from 2-5 years PQE

Job description

Employment Solicitor

Join this award-winning practice and work solely for sports and media clients on a broad range of engaging & high-profile employment matters, with incremental support from industry-leading individuals as you progress through the ranks.

The Firm

Stemming from within, an emphasis on 'people-first' is where the firm takes pride in being different. Alongside incremental training and development, they employ a flexible working schedule which allows staff to find their own harmonious balance between home and work life. This approach has subsequently led to fruitful client relationships, continued business growth & productivity and longstanding teams of talented lawyers.

Here, you will feel constantly stimulated by the high-quality level of work that comes in abundance, with tailored support to ensure you reach your full potential, which is why this firm boasts an impressive employee retention rate.

The Role

• This is a highly progressive opportunity for an Employment Solicitor to join the firm's dynamic office in Manchester, with hybrid working in place
• Earning Legal 500 accreditation, the Employment team handle a plethora of contentious & non-contentious issues across the sports and media sectors, advising players, agents, athletes and clubs in the top leagues
• To align with this, you will have a diverse caseload, including drafting service agreements, advising in employment-related disputes and providing support to the corporate & commercial departments
• As a junior solicitor, you will closely assist the wider employment team and gain exposure to some of the most high-profile sports matters in the UK
• You will find that this opportunity comes with a high level of career investment; you will be working alongside respected lawyers, who will give you the platform to further expand your Employment network and progress through the ranks

The Ideal Candidate

• A qualified Employment Solicitor from 2-5 years PQE
• Experience in both contentious & non-contentious matters
• Well‑organised and proactive
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good written and oral communication skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary above the market rate
• Hybrid and flexible working available
• Extensive benefits package

This is a standout opportunity for an Employment Solicitor to join the firm's buoyant office in Manchester.