Employment Lawyer 2-5 PQE

Overview

As an Employment Lawyer in our Manchester firm, you will handle a respondent caseload spanning contentious and non-contentious matters, partnering with clients across multiple sectors. You will join a respected employment team and contribute to a varied docket that supports strategic client needs. This role offers a collaborative, flexible environment with a strong focus on delivering pragmatic solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to support client objectives and growth.

Pay / Benefits

• generous hybrid flexibility
• first-rate working environment

Responsibilities

• Manage a respondent employment caseload including contentious and non-contentious matters
• Provide pragmatic legal advice and solutions to clients
• Collaborate with colleagues across sectors to understand client needs
• Support and develop client relationships through the advisory process
• Contribute to a varied and high-quality employment practice
• Assist in business development and knowledge sharing within the team

Key requirements

• 2-5 years PQE in employment law
• Strong technical skills in employment law
• Ability to provide pragmatic, client-focused solutions

• Client-focused
• Pragmatic problem-solving
• Team collaboration
• Employment law (contentious and non-contentious)
• Advisory and strategy development
• Contract and policy review

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