Senior Employment Solicitor / Junior Partner - Boutique L500 Commercial Firm

QED Legal; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading boutique law firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join its Legal 500 ranked team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-quality employment law matters for prestigious clients. Ideal candidates will have significant Employment Law experience, strong client relationship skills, and a desire for career advancement in a supportive environment. Competitive salary and hybrid working options available.

Benefits

Generous benefits package including pension

Childcare support

Clear career progression

Qualifications

• Significant experience in advising on contentious and non-contentious matters in Employment Law.
• Currently at Senior Associate level or ready to step into a Junior Partner role.
• Strong track record in HR advisory and Employment Tribunal litigation.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad range of employment law matters.
• Provide HR advisory support for employers.
• Manage Employment Tribunal litigation for employers and individuals.

Skills

Experience in Employment Law

Client relationship skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Overview

Employment Solicitor – Senior Associate / Junior Partner (Legal 500 Firm, Manchester)

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join a highly ranked Legal 500 boutique law firm in Manchester. This is a chance to work on top-quality employment law matters for blue-chip clients, regional businesses, and high-profile individuals, while progressing your career at Senior Associate or Junior Partner level.

The Role

This growing Employment Law team is expanding due to sustained success and new client referrals. The department currently has 5 experienced lawyers and is now seeking an ambitious Employment Solicitor to help drive growth in Manchester.

As part of the team, you will advise on a broad range of employment law matters, including:

• HR advisory support for employers
• Employment Tribunal litigation (acting for both employers and individuals)
• Corporate support on transactional matters
• Senior management and director-level employment issues

The Firm

This Legal 500 listed boutique practice is well known for its client-centric approach and strong cross-departmental collaboration. The firm offers a supportive and professional culture, with ongoing training, career development, and a reputation as an Investor in People.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary £70,000 – £95,000
• Hybrid working options
• Generous benefits package (including pension and childcare support)
• Clear career progression in a commercial and supportive environment
• Opportunity to join a highly regarded Employment Law team in Manchester

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with significant experience in Employment Law
• Currently at Senior Associate level or ready to step into a Junior Partner role
• Strong track record advising employers and/or employees on contentious and non-contentious matters
• Excellent client relationship skills and commercial awareness

Apply Now

This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious Employment Solicitor in Manchester to take the next step in their career at a Legal 500 recognised law firm.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Nick Skelly today.