Employment Tribunal Litigator — Own Caseload & Growth

The Portfolio Group Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Birthday day off

Private medical insurance (after 5y)

Healthcare cash plan

Employee assistance programme

On-site gym access

Pension scheme & life insurance

Season ticket loan

Job summary

The Portfolio Group Inc. in Manchester is seeking an ambitious Litigation Executive to own a full Employment Tribunal caseload, from instruction through resolution. You will manage discovery, draft grounds of resistance, and prepare bundles while maintaining strong client relationships.

This role supports your Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) and offers clear progression within a fast-paced, supportive team environment aimed at handling complex employment matters.

Qualifications

• Qualified in law with LPC or BPTC and a Law Degree (or GDL).
• Hands-on litigation experience managing procedural steps (disclosure, drafting, bundles).
• Knowledge of Employment Law is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage full litigation process for own caseload from instruction to resolution.
• Review Early Conciliation and Tribunal matters for corporate clients.
• Draft grounds of resistance (ET3), applications and witness statements.
• Handle disclosure and create court bundles meticulously.
• Conduct preliminary hearings by telephone and represent clients.
• Negotiate settlements and liaise with Tribunals and clients.

Skills

Litigation experience

Employment law knowledge

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Education

Law degree (or GDL) with LPC or BPTC

Job description

The Portfolio Group Inc. in Manchester is seeking an ambitious Litigation Executive to own a full Employment Tribunal caseload, from instruction through resolution. You will manage discovery, draft grounds of resistance, and prepare bundles while maintaining strong client relationships.

This role supports your Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) and offers clear progression within a fast-paced, supportive team environment aimed at handling complex employment matters.