Employment Solicitor – Associate (1 PQE) Location: Manchester | Salary: up to £75,000 DOE | Work Pattern: Hybrid A leading employment team is seeking to appoint an ambitious Associate to join its growing Manchester office. The team advises a diverse portfolio of clients, including major PLCs, national companies, tech innovators, media organisations, and household retail brands. With a reputation for excellence and a collaborative culture, this is an opportunity to contribute to high‑quality work in a supportive environment. The role You will enjoy a varied caseload spanning both contentious and non‑contentious employment matters, including: Employment tribunal litigation (including nationally reported cases) Strategic advice on restructures, whistleblowing, and discrimination issues Corporate support on M&A transactions and TUPE matters Working closely with partners on complex, high‑value projects Candidate profile Applications are welcomed from solicitors with 1 PQE. While respondent employment experience is preferred, candidates with claimant backgrounds will also be considered. You should demonstrate: A strong grounding in employment law from a reputable practice Experience across both advisory and contentious matters Commercial awareness and confident communication skills Enthusiasm for client development and team contribution What’s on offer A supportive and collaborative team culture Excellent training and ongoing professional development Exposure to top‑tier work across multiple sectors Genuine opportunities for career progression This is an exciting opportunity to join a team experiencing significant growth. To apply or discuss further in confidence, please get in touch.