Senior Employment Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing values-led firm in South Manchester is seeking an ambitious employment solicitor to lead and grow a high-potential employment offering. This role offers autonomy in shaping the team and service direction, with a pathway to progression. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years' PQE in employment law and a commercial mindset. The position offers a competitive salary bracket of £60,000–£70,000 and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Corporate gym membership

Structured development resources

Tech-enabled systems support

Qualifications

• 6+ years of post-qualification experience in employment law.
• Experience in employer-focused matters and business development.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth of a new employment offering.
• Shape your own practice and team direction.
• Oversee existing work with autonomy and support.

Skills

6+ PQE in employment law

Confident working independently

Commercial mindset

Organised and proactive

Entrepreneurial spirit

Job description

• Lead the growth of a high-potential employment offering from day one
• Inherit existing work and shape your own practice
• Real opportunity to become a key commercial adviser and team lead

Looking for a role where you can take the reins and create something of your own?

This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious employment solicitor to join a growing, values-led firm inSouthManchester and reintroduce a core service line with full support from the senior leadership team.

You’ll step into a ready-made flow of employer-side work and have the autonomy to shape the team, service, and direction — with a direct pathway to progression and influence across the wider commercial offering.

Who we’re looking for

• 6+ PQE in employment law
• Confident working independently on employer-focused matters
• Commercial mindset with BD or networking experience
• Organised, proactive, and able to collaborate cross-functionally
• Entrepreneurial and motivated by the opportunity to build something meaningful

Salary & Benefits

• £60,000–£70,000 (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working (after initial onboarding)
• Corporate gym membership
• Structured development & internal leadership resources
• Tech-enabled systems and compliance support
• Real opportunity to grow a team and move into senior leadership
• Supportive culture with regular 1:1s and strong cross-team referrals

Contact Duane Cormell

Call Duane on 03300 245 606 or [e-mail] find out more or apply. All conversations are confidential.