Employment Solicitor

Manchester | Hybrid Working Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you an Employment Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career with a highly regarded Legal 500 team? Our client is seeking a talented solicitor to join its established Employment Law team in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a collaborative and experienced team, advising a diverse range of clients on complex and rewarding employment law matters. As part of this wider organisation operating in over 20 countries, you'll benefit from the strength of a global business while enjoying the support, flexibility and culture of a people-focused legal practice.

The Opportunity You'll join a Legal 500-recognised Employment team that advises SMEs, owner-managed businesses, national organisations and international clients across a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters.

Working alongside highly experienced colleagues, many with over 15 years' PQE, you'll gain exposure to high-quality work while developing your own expertise and leadership capabilities. Key Responsibilities You'll manage a varied caseload and provide commercially focused advice across a range of employment law matters, including: Managing Employment Tribunal proceedings from inception through to conclusion.

Reviewing case papers and advising on prospects of success. Drafting claims, responses and Employment Appeal Tribunal applications. Preparing witness statements and case documentation. Briefing and liaising with Counsel.

Attending hearings where appropriate. Keeping clients and stakeholders updated throughout proceedings. Advisory & HR Support Advising insurers, insured clients and private businesses on day-to-day employment law matters.

Managing ACAS Early Conciliation matters, including settlement negotiations and agreements. Providing strategic advice on employee relations issues, grievances and disciplinary processes. Drafting and reviewing: Employment contracts Settlement agreements Employee handbooks HR policies and procedures Business Development & Knowledge Sharing Delivering employment law training and presentations to clients and colleagues.

Assisting with legal updates, articles and marketing materials. Supporting colleagues across the wider business with employment-related matters. Maintaining accurate records, time recording and client billing. About You We're keen to hear from Solicitors who can demonstrate: Experience handling both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters.

Excellent drafting and analytical skills. Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to client advice. Ability to build trusted client relationships. Strong organisational and time management skills. Excellent attention to detail and customer service skills.

Proficiency across Microsoft Office applications and legal research tools. Degree-level education or equivalent professional qualification. What's On Offer? Buy and sell holiday scheme Private medical insurance Life assurance Income protection Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Ongoing training and career development opportunities The opportunity to work within a highly respected Legal 500 team Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Employment Solicitor Company: IPS Group Limited Salary: £60,000 to £75,000 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Greater Manchester, M2 2JG Job type: Permanent Posting date: 22 Oct 2026 Closing date: 20 Nov 2026 Summary Solicitor - Employment Law

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