Employment Solicitor (2-8 PQE)

Themis Recruit; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Employment Solicitor (2 to 8 PQE) to join a prestigious team in Manchester. The role involves providing legal advice on employment matters, managing tribunal claims, and drafting contracts. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills and a proactive approach to business development, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Automatic enrolment in the company pension scheme

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Healthcare and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Provide expert legal advice to employers and employees on employment law matters.
• Manage Employment Tribunal claims including unfair dismissal and discrimination.
• Advise on TUPE, redundancy, and transfers of undertakings.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and draft settlement agreements for employers and employees.
• Counsel on restrictive covenants and workplace disputes.
• Prepare court submissions and legal documents.

Skills

Expert legal advice

Client management

Negotiation

Employment law knowledge

Legal research

Education

2 to 8 years PQE in Employment Law

Job description

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Themis Recruit

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Themis Recruit are seeking a skilled Employment Solicitor (2 to 8 PQE) to join our clients prestigious team, recognised by the Legal 500. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career within our dynamic Employment Department, where we handle a diverse range of cases for both employers and employees.

Requirements

• Provide expert legal advice to employers and employees on various employment law matters.
  
• Manage Employment Tribunal claims, including issues such as unfair dismissal, discrimination (sex, race, disability), and other related matters.
  
• Advise on TUPE, redundancy, and transfers of undertakings.
  
• Negotiate and draft settlement agreements for both employers and employees.
  
• Counsel on restrictive covenants, breaches of confidentiality, and other workplace disputes.
  
• Draft and review employment contracts and staff handbooks.
  
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case preparation.
  
• Prepare court submissions, correspondence, and other legal documents.
  
• Negotiate with opposing counsel and parties to reach favourable resolutions.
  
• Work collaboratively with partners and colleagues to develop strategies for achieving client objectives.
  
• Contribute to business development initiatives and support the firm’s growth.
  
• Mentor and guide junior team members.
  

Person Specification:

• 2 to 8 years PQE in Employment Law.
  
• Solid experience in managing employment tribunal claims and complex cases.
  
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
  
• A proactive approach to business development and marketing.
  
• Competitive salary (based on experience).
  
• Automatic enrolment in the company pension scheme.
  
• Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare and wellness programs.
  
• Friendly, inclusive, and supportive team culture.
  
• Flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance.