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Employment Law Solicitor – Manchester (Hybrid)

Instructed by a respected law firm in Greater Manchester, our specialist legal recruitment team is currently retained on an exciting opportunity for an Employment Law Solicitor to join a dynamic, close-knit employment team.

Role Overview
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Employment Law Solicitor to join a highly regarded regional practice with a supportive and collaborative culture. This role offers the chance to work across both respondent and claimant employment law matters within a friendly and forward-thinking legal team.
The successful candidate will enjoy a varied caseload, advising and representing clients on a wide range of employment law issues including:

- Contract law
- Disciplinary and grievance procedures
- Redundancy and restructuring
- Discrimination and harassment
- Day-to-day HR advisory work

You will be involved in both contentious and non-contentious matters and contribute to business development initiatives within the team.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed
We are seeking applications from qualified solicitors with ideally 2-5 years' PQE in employment law, although strong NQ solicitors with prior employment law paralegal experience are also encouraged to apply.
Essential skills and attributes include:

- Empathetic and client-focused approach, particularly when dealing with sensitive matters
- Strong negotiation, drafting and advisory skills
- Excellent attention to detail and a methodical, organised working style
- Up-to-date knowledge of employment law legislation and practice

This is a great opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their expertise in a supportive environment with exposure to quality work and mentoring from experienced partners.

What’s on Offer?

- Competitive salary package, dependent on experience
- Hybrid working available (with access to a modern office in South Manchester)
- A genuinely collaborative, people-focused culture with emphasis on well-being and personal development
- Opportunity to work alongside a leading Employment Law partner and supportive team
- Varied and engaging caseload
- Career progression and mentoring opportunities

Apply Now
To be considered for this Employment Solicitor role based in Manchester please get in touch with a recent CV as soon as possible