In-house Employment Solicitor

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank based in Manchester is seeking an In-house Employment Solicitor with a strong background in employment law. The role involves advising on various employment-related matters, drafting contracts, and managing litigation. Offering a competitive salary, hybrid work options, and comprehensive benefits, the position aims to support work-life balance for mid to senior level legal professionals.

Benefits

Generous pension contribution

Bonus scheme

25 days annual leave

Comprehensive private healthcare

Qualifications

• 6-12 years PQE in employment law.
• Experience in-house or as a secondment.
• Strong experience in respondent employment law.

Responsibilities

• Advise on employment law matters including contracts, policies, and disputes.
• Draft and review employment contracts and policies.
• Manage employment-related litigation and liaise with external advisers.

Skills

Employment law

Contract drafting

Employee relations

Litigation management

Stakeholder support

Job description

• Join a large bank as Employment Legal Counsel
• Great salary and benefits on offer

About Our Client

The client is a large well known bank who have a large In-house legal function across the UK. Based in Manchester the client is keen to speak to mid to senior level Employment lawyers looking for a move into industry. The client offer hybrid working and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Job Description

The In-house Employment Solicitor will deal with a range of work and responsibilities including;

• Provide advice on employment law matters, including contracts, policies, and disputes.
• Draft and review employment contracts, policies.
• Advise on employee relations issues such as grievances, disciplinaries, and redundancies.
• Support internal stakeholders on employment law implications for business decisions.
• Manage employment-related litigation and liaise with external legal advisers where necessary.
• Work closely with the senior lawyer in the team.
• Stay updated on changes in employment law and advise the business accordingly.

The Successful Applicant

The successful In-house Employment Solicitor should be / have:

• A strong background in respondent Employment law ideally with FS experience
• Likely to be around 6-12 years PQE
• In-house experience gained as a secondment or currently working In-house
• Ties to Manchester

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging between £100000 and £125000 per annum.
• Generous pension contribution
• Bonus scheme available to reward performance.
• Hybrid working arrangement to support work-life balance.
• 25 days of annual holiday leave.
• Comprehensive private healthcare plan.