Employment Principal Associate
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Employment Principal Associate (6+ PQE) | Manchester | Top 50 Law firm
Are you an ambitious Employment Solicitor seeking your next challenge in a leading law firm? Celebrated for its innovative approach, client-focused excellence and dedication to fostering talent.
About the Firm
This prominent UK law firm is known for its exceptional career development opportunities, underpinned by an award-winning learning and development programme and clear progression pathways. With a reputation for innovation and adaptability, the firm operates across key sectors such as energy, life sciences, education and sport, offering a varied and dynamic workload.
The client base ranges from high-growth start-ups and SMEs to global powerhouses, including FTSE 100 giants. Diversity and inclusion lie at the heart of the firm's ethos, complemented by a modern, flexible working environment that champions work-life balance.
The Role
This is a prime opportunity for an experienced Employment Principal Associate to join the thriving Employment practice. You'll play a key role in advising on complex, high-stakes issues while contributing to the department's continued growth.
Your responsibilities will include:
1. Managing a mixed caseload of contentious & non contentious matters ranging from TUPE, redundancy matters, tribunal cases, whistleblowing and more. This is a excellent opportunity for someone looking for a broader caseload
2. Building and maintaining a strong network of contacts, both with clients and industry groups. This firm deals with a broad range of clients spanning various sectors including retail, leisure, sports, HNW / UHNW individuals and more. They also have a strong reputation in the public sector / charities space giving any fee-earner the opportunity to either specialise, or manage a broad array of work
The ideal candidate will have:
3. 6+ years of PQE as a qualified Solicitor
4. A proactive approach to developing client relationships and industry networks.
5. Excellent organisational skills and a passion for tackling challenging legal work.
Why Join?
6. A market-leading salary and comprehensive benefits package.
7. A supportive, inclusive culture with a strong emphasis on flexible and agile working.
8. The chance to work on high-profile, impactful UK and international matters.