Senior Associate / Partner - EMPLOYMENT TEAM
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Location: Manchester
Salary: up to £70,000 dependent on experience
LEGAL 500 FIRM
The Opportunity
A Legal 500 firm is seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer to join its highly respected Employment Law team in a senior capacity. This is a rare opportunity to combine technical expertise with leadership and business development, with a genuine pathway to partnership.
The Role
The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Employment Law and take on a pivotal role involving:
* Managing a varied caseload of respondent and claimant matters, including complex and high-value cases.
* Driving business development initiatives to expand the team’s client base and raise its profile.
* Mentoring and supporting junior lawyers, contributing to a collaborative and inclusive culture.
* Taking on a visible leadership role within the firm, with clear progression opportunities up to partnership.
Candidate Profile
The firm is looking for a lawyer who is:
* Highly experienced in employment law, ideally with an existing client following or the ability to develop one.
* Commercially minded, with proven networking and business development skills.
* A natural leader, confident in coaching and inspiring others.
* Ambitious and seeking career progression with the chance to shape their own path.
What’s on Offer
This Legal 500 firm offers:
* A supportive, inclusive culture built on openness, collaboration, and trust.
* A strong commitment to flexible working and employee wellbeing.
* A platform to develop your career with real opportunities for advancement.
* A working environment where contributions are valued and success is recognised.
* This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior employment lawyer looking to make a significant impact and progress to partnership.