Associate Solicitor – Employment Law
Manchester (City Centre)
Full-time, Permanent
£50,000–£60,000 + bonus
3–4 days per week in the office
A progressive and well-regarded legal firm is seeking an Associate Solicitor to join its established Employment Law team in central Manchester.
This is a strong opportunity for an employment lawyer with solid post-qualification experience to work within a Legal 500-recognised practice, advising a diverse client base on a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious matters. The role offers high-quality work, genuine client exposure, and the chance to take increasing responsibility as part of a collaborative team.
The role will include :
* Advising employers on a wide range of employment law matters, including disputes, contracts, and HR processes
* Managing Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeal Tribunal cases, including advocacy where appropriate
* Handling ACAS early conciliation and settlement negotiations
* Drafting employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements
* Delivering legal updates and practical training sessions to clients
* Supporting clients across sectors such as healthcare, hospitality, and professional services
About you :
1. Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with proven employment law experience
2. Comfortable managing matters with a degree of autonomy
3. Strong technical ability with clear, commercial advice-giving skills
4. Confident communicator in a client-facing environment
5. Collaborative mindset with an interest in long-term progression
What’s on offer :
6. Salary of £50,000–£60,000 plus performance-related bonus
7. Hybrid working with 3–4 days per week in a modern Manchester city-centre office
8. High-quality work within a supportive, collegiate team
9. Clear development and progression pathway
10. Opportunity to be part of a growing, values-led legal business with national reach
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