Employment Associate

Employment Associate (1-4 years PQE) | Top 100 Firm | Manchester

The Firm:

This firm has firmly established itself as a key player in the legal market, earning a strong reputation for working on high-profile projects and serving prestigious clients typically associated with City-based firms. Known for its innovative approach, the firm excels in sectors such as clean energy, banking, digital, and telecoms, offering a unique blend of modern legal expertise underpinned by a commitment to technology and investment.

With a string of awards, including 'Law Firm of the Year,' the firm's culture is one of forward-thinking professionalism and collaboration, fostering an environment that stands out in the legal community.

The Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Employment Associate (1-4 years PQE) to join the growing Employment team in the firm's Manchester office. This role offers the chance to manage a diverse and high-quality caseload, working closely with Partners and senior team members. The work will span both contentious and non-contentious employment matters, with a primary focus on representing respondents in employment tribunal claims.

The successful candidate will advise employers on a wide range of issues, including disciplinary actions, grievances, restructurings, and redundancies. Additionally, the role involves supporting clients with employment-related documentation, such as drafting consultancy agreements, settlement agreements, staff handbooks, and providing guidance on outsourcing contracts and restrictive covenants.

The firm's client base is diverse, ranging from small start-ups to large national corporations, and the team is experiencing an influx of work due to the reputation and expertise of its senior lawyers. This is an excellent opportunity to advance a legal career by learning from top practitioners in the field.

The Ideal Candidate:

• The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with at least 1-4 years PQE in employment law, ideally with experience in a reputable employment team and a passion for further developing expertise in this area.

What's on Offer:

• Above-market salary and a comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package
• Access to high-quality employment work and complex legal matters
• A supportive working environment with exceptional career development opportunities
• Flexibility in working arrangements, including hybrid working options to support work/life balance