Eventus Legal are seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor for a permanent, full-time job with a growing, employee-owned law firm at their Manchester office. This Employment Solicitor job offers hybrid working, with two to three days in the office and two to three days from home following probation, alongside a strong employee benefits package including a profit share scheme.
About the Job
As the incoming Employment Solicitor, based at the firm's Manchester office, your responsibilities will include:
- Managing a caseload focused mainly on claimant litigation and executive exits, working closely alongside a Partner on complex and high-value matters
- Collaborating with the firm's Company and Commercial team on cross-departmental work
- Providing clear, authoritative advice to clients, building strong working relationships
- Presenting and arguing cases confidently, both orally and in writing
- Managing your own workload effectively to meet client expectations and matter deadlines
About You
This Employment Solicitor job would suit a solicitor with around 5 years' PQE or more, with strong knowledge of the employment tribunal process. You should also be able to demonstrate the following:
- A current Practising Certificate
- A professional, client focused approach with the credibility to advise senior stakeholders
- The ability to explain complex legal detail clearly and confidently, both verbally and in writing
- Strong attention to detail and sound judgement under pressure
- The ability to work well independently, as well as collaboratively across teams
Some experience of Respondent litigation, or advising employers on non-contentious matters, would be an advantage.
Benefits and Rewards
As an employee-owned firm, you will benefit from:
- A tax-free profit share scheme
- Holiday starting at 23 days, rising to 26 after 1 year and 31 after 5 years' service
- A salary sacrifice pension with 5% employer contribution
- Death in Service life assurance at 3 times salary
- Private health insurance after 1 year
- A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- A Paycare health cash plan
- Free conveyancing and a free will after 1 year's service
- Regular social events, including an annual business briefing for the whole firm
About the Firm
This is an excellent opportunity to join an employee-owned law firm with a growing presence in the North West. Every member of staff has a genuine stake in the firm's success, which fosters a collaborative, client-focused culture. Manchester is a newer addition to the firm's office network, offering a real chance to help build the team's presence and reputation in the city from an early stage.
Next Steps
Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Employment Solicitor job in Manchester.
If you are interested in learning about this career enhancing job opportunity or other legal vacancies across the North West, please contact Nikki Phillips at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at nikki.phillips@eventuslegal.com or phone 07530 737333 for a confidential discussion.
Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within ten days, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
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