Senior Employment Solicitor 5+ PQE

Clayton Legal; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm, with a top-tier Employment practice, is looking for an experienced Employment Solicitor with over 5 years PQE to join their Manchester office. The role involves advising on a wide range of employment matters, managing litigation, and working closely with clients. This position offers competitive salary, hybrid working options, and excellent career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Clear progression opportunities

Private healthcare

Bonus

Pension

Qualifications

• At least 5 years PQE in Employment law.
• Strong technical knowledge.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on disciplinary procedures and redundancies.
• Handle Employment Tribunal litigation.
• Draft and negotiate employment contracts.

Skills

Technical knowledge in Employment law

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Solutions-focused approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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Posted:

25.08.2025

Expiry Date:

09.10.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Employment Solicitor (5+ PQE)
Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Join a Leading National Law Firm with a Top-Tier Employment Practice

We are working with a prestigious national law firm that is looking to expand its highly regarded Employment team with the appointment of an experienced Employment Solicitor in their Manchester office.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm known for its collaborative culture, high-quality work, and excellent career development prospects.

The Role: As a key member of the Employment team, you will handle a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters for a diverse client base that includes major corporates, public sector bodies, and senior executives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advising on disciplinary and grievance procedures, redundancies, TUPE, and restructures
• Handling Employment Tribunal litigation from inception to resolution
• Drafting and negotiating employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements
• Providing corporate support on employment matters relating to mergers and acquisitions
• Delivering training and legal updates to clients

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 5years’ PQE in Employment law
• Strong technical knowledge and a commercial, solutions-focused approach
• Experience managing client relationships and working independently on complex matters
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A team player who is looking to be part of a growing and ambitious practice

What’s On Offer:

• The chance to work with market-leading lawyers on high-profile cases
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Clear progression opportunities and tailored career development
• Competitive salary and benefits package including bonus, pension, and private healthcare

Ready to take the next step in your Employment law career?
Apply now to join a national powerhouse with an outstanding reputation in Employment law.