Employment Solicitor - Locum

Executive Network Legal Limited; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Executive Network Legal Limited in the Greater Manchester area is seeking an Employment Solicitor for a locum six-month fixed-term contract. The successful solicitor will handle a varied workload including employment claims and tribunal advocacy, with responsibility for advisory work, guidance notes, and training support for regional colleagues.

The role requires 2+ years' PQE in employment law, strong analytical, communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to produce precise legal

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE in employment law.
• Experience managing employment claims and litigation.
• Strong advocacy, communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to produce clear and accurate legal documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of employment claims and litigation.
• Represent clients before Employment Tribunals and courts.
• Provide practical legal advice and support to colleagues.
• Contribute to employment law training and guidance material.

Skills

PQE 2+ years

Employment law

Advocacy

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Job description

Employment Solicitor - Locum, 2+ Years' PQE, Greater Manchester / Hybrid, 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract, Circa £35 Per Hour. An excellent opportunity for an immediately available Employment Solicitor to join a reputable organisation in Greater Manchester on a six month fixed-term basis, supporting an increased workload. Job Ref: 5443

OVERVIEW:

The successful Employment Solicitor will manage a varied caseload of employment claims and litigation on behalf of members, representing clients before Employment Tribunals, courts, internal hearings and other dispute resolution forums. You will undertake advocacy where appropriate, represent members before regulatory bodies and provide practical legal advice and support to regional colleagues. The role will also involve contributing to employment law training, assisting with the preparation of legal guidance, articles and other written materials, and working collaboratively with colleagues to support the wider objectives of the organisation.

WHAT THE ORGANISATION IS LOOKING FOR:

Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors with more than 2 years' PQE and proven experience in employment law, including managing employment casework and litigation. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical ability alongside excellent communication, advocacy and negotiation skills. You will be confident producing clear and accurate legal documentation and explaining complex legal issues effectively to colleagues and members. Experience in related areas, such as personal injury claims, would also be advantageous.

The organisation offers a competitive rate of circa £35 per hour together with flexible hybrid working arrangements, including the option to work from home 1-2 days per week.

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