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Reference Number:
NOH/156037
Employment Solicitor (2-5 PQE) | Manchester | Hybrid Working
A well-established and highly regarded UK law firm is looking to appoint an Employment Solicitor (2-5 years' PQE) to join its growing Employment team in Manchester.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious employment lawyer who is keen to take ownership of their work, build trusted relationships with clients, and progress their career within a supportive and forward-thinking firm. The role offers genuine long-term career development.
The Role
You will join a respected employment practice advising a broad range of employer clients, including HR professionals, senior leadership teams and business owners. The work is varied, high quality and commercially focused, offering significant scope to develop your profile and practice.
Key responsibilities will include:
Managing your own caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment matters
Advising employers on the full spectrum of employment law, with particular focus on:
Senior exits and settlement agreements
TUPE transfers
Collective redundancies and restructurings
Conducting Employment Tribunal litigation from inception through to hearing
Supporting the corporate team on employment aspects of transactions
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Playing an active role in business development and practice growth
The role reports into a senior employment partner based in the firm's Liverpool office, offering access to experienced leadership and mentoring.
About You
This position would suit an enthusiastic and commercially minded Employment Solicitor who is keen to develop their own practice and take the next step in their career.
You will ideally have:
2-5 years' PQE in employment law (applications outside this range may still be considered)
Experience running your own employment caseload
Strong Employment Tribunal experience
A proactive approach to client care and business development
Ambition to progress towards partnership in the medium term
This firm is known for investing in its people and offering a genuinely supportive environment where talent is recognised and rewarded. In addition to high-quality work, the firm offers flexibility, competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package.
What's on offer:
Competitive salary and firm-wide bonus scheme
Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home)
Full range of benefits
If you are an Employment Solicitor in Manchester (or considering a move to the region) and are looking for a role that offers quality work, autonomy, and a clear route to partnership, this is an opportunity not to be missed.
For a confidential discussion or to apply for this Employment role, please get in touch. Applications from suitably qualified employment lawyers are actively encouraged.
BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
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