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IPS Group Limited; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection

Flexible and hybrid working

Ongoing training and careerdevelopment

Disability Confident employer

Job summary

IPS Group Limited in Manchester is seeking an Employment Solicitor to join a Legal 500-recognised team advising SMEs, owner-managed businesses and international clients on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious matters. You will handle tribunal litigation, HR advisory work and client relations in a collaborative environment.

Working with highly experienced colleagues, many with over 15 years PQE, you will develop leadership skills while delivering practical, commercially-focused

Qualifications

• Experience handling both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters.
• Excellent drafting and analytical skills.
• Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to client advice.
• Ability to build trusted client relationships.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and customer service skills.
• Proficiency across MS Office and legal research tools.
• Law degree or equivalent professional qualification.

Responsibilities

• Managing Employment Tribunal proceedings from inception through to conclusion.
• Reviewing case papers and advising on prospects of success.
• Drafting claims, responses and Employment Appeal Tribunal applications.
• Preparing witness statements and case documentation.
• Briefing and liaising with Counsel.
• Attending hearings and keeping clients updated.
• Advising insurers, insured clients and private businesses on day‑to‑day matters.
• Providing strategic advice on employee relations issues.

Skills

Employment law

Drafting skills

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Client relationships

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Law degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal research tools

Job description

Manchester | Hybrid Working Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you an Employment Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career with a highly regarded Legal 500 team?

Our client is seeking a talented solicitor to join its established Employment Law team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a collaborative and experienced team, advising a diverse range of clients on complex and rewarding employment law matters.

As part of this wider organisation operating in over 20 countries, you'll benefit from the strength of a global business while enjoying the support, flexibility and culture of a people-focused legal practice.

The Opportunity

You’ll join a Legal 500-recognised Employment team that advises SMEs, owner-managed businesses, national organisations and international clients across a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters.

Working alongside highly experienced colleagues, many with over 15 years' PQE, you'll gain exposure to high‑quality work while developing your own expertise and leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

You’ll manage a varied caseload and provide commercially focused advice across a range of employment law matters, including:

Employment Tribunal Litigation

• Managing Employment Tribunal proceedings from inception through to conclusion.
• Reviewing case papers and advising on prospects of success.
• Drafting claims, responses and Employment Appeal Tribunal applications.
• Preparing witness statements and case documentation.
• Briefing and liaising with Counsel.
• Attending hearings where appropriate.
• Keeping clients and stakeholders updated throughout proceedings.

Advisory & HR Support

• Advising insurers, insured clients and private businesses on day‑to‑day employment law matters.
• Managing ACAS Early Conciliation matters, including settlement negotiations and agreements.
• Providing strategic advice on employee relations issues, grievances and disciplinary processes.
• Drafting and reviewing:
  • Employment contracts
  • Settlement agreements
  • Employee handbooks
  • HR policies and procedures
• Advising on complex projects, including TUPE transfers and collective consultation exercises.

Business Development & Knowledge Sharing

• Delivering employment law training and presentations to clients and colleagues.
• Assisting with legal updates, articles and marketing materials.
• Supporting colleagues across the wider business with employment‑related matters.
• Maintaining accurate records, time recording and client billing.

About You

• Experience handling both contentious and non‑contentious employment law matters.
• Excellent drafting and analytical skills.
• Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to client advice.
• Ability to build trusted client relationships.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and customer service skills.
• Proficiency across Microsoft Office applications and legal research tools.
• Degree‑level education or equivalent professional qualification.

What's On Offer?

• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• The opportunity to work within a highly respected Legal 500 team

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Employment Solicitor

Company: IPS Group Limited

Salary: £60,000 to £75,000 a year

Hours: Full‑time

Location: Greater Manchester, M2 2JG

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 11 Sept 2026

Closing date: 10 Oct 2026

Summary

Solicitor - Employment Law

Manchester | Hybrid Working Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you an Employment Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career with a highly regarded Legal 500 team?

Our client is seeking a talented solicitor to join its established Employment Law team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a collaborative and experienced team, advising a diverse range of clients on complex and rewarding employment law matters.

As part of this wider organisation operating in over 20 countries, you'll benefit from the strength of a global business while enjoying the support, flexibility and culture of a people‑focused legal practice.

The Opportunity

You’ll join a Legal 500‑recognised Employment team that advises SMEs, owner‑managed businesses, national organisations and international clients across a broad range of contentious and non‑contentious employment law matters.

Working alongside highly experienced colleagues, many with over 15 years' PQE, you'll gain exposure to high‑quality work while developing your own expertise and leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

You'll manage a varied caseload and provide commercially focused advice across a range of employment law matters, including:

Employment Tribunal Litigation

• Managing Employment Tribunal proceedings from inception through to conclusion.
• Reviewing case papers and advising on prospects of success.
• Drafting claims, responses and Employment Appeal Tribunal applications.
• Preparing witness statements and case documentation.
• Briefing and liaising with Counsel.
• Attending hearings where appropriate.
• Keeping clients and stakeholders updated throughout proceedings.

Advisory & HR Support

• Advising insurers, insured clients and private businesses on day‑to‑day employment law matters.
• Managing ACAS Early Conciliation matters, including settlement negotiations and agreements.
• Providing strategic advice on employee relations issues, grievances and disciplinary processes.
• Drafting and reviewing:
  • Employment contracts
  • Settlement agreements
  • Employee handbooks
  • HR policies and procedures
• Advising on complex projects, including TUPE transfers and collective consultation exercises.

Business Development & Knowledge Sharing

• Delivering employment law training and presentations to clients and colleagues.
• Assisting with legal updates, articles and marketing materials.
• Supporting colleagues across the wider business with employment‑related matters.
• Maintaining accurate records, time recording and client billing.

About You

• Experience handling both contentious and non‑contentious employment law matters.
• Strong Employment Tribunal experience.
• Excellent drafting and analytical skills.
• Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to client advice.
• Ability to build trusted client relationships.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and customer service skills.
• Proficiency across Microsoft Office applications and legal research tools.
• Degree‑level education or equivalent professional qualification.

What's On Offer?

• Hybrid working
• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus scheme
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Dental cover
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Generous pension scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• The opportunity to work within a highly respected Legal 500 team

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme