Employment Associate Solicitor

Think Legal Recruitment

  • Manchester
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
We are working with an award-winning, nationally established Employment practice that's experiencing significant growth and expansion. They're seeking a talented Associate Solicitor to join their dynamic team in their Manchester offices.About the OpportunityThis is a career-defining opportunity for an ambitious Employment solicitor to make their mark within a market-leading team. As an Associate, you'll take ownership of diverse Employment law matters of varying complexity and scale, whilst developing your expertise across fee-earning, client relationship management and business development.The firm offers a comprehensive career development framework with clearly defined competencies and accelerated progression pathways for Associates, making this an ideal role for someone looking to advance their career.Key Responsibilities
  • Delivering strategic employment advice to high-profile clients
  • Drafting sophisticated employment contracts, policies, and disciplinary and grievance procedures
  • Managing and conducting Employment Tribunal claims from inception to resolution
  • Contributing to complex transactional employment matters
  • Handling data subject access requests with precision and compliance focus
  • Leading marketing initiatives including authoring thought leadership articles and presenting at seminars
  • Supporting business development activities to enhance market presence
  • Developing deep sector knowledge and maintaining cutting-edge awareness of legal developments
  • Cultivating and nurturing long-term client relationships
What You'll Need
  • Be a Qualified solicitor with 1-3 years' PQE in employment law
  • Ideally with commercial and/or public sector client exposure
  • Exceptional written communication skills and confident verbal presentation abilities
  • Genuine passion for employment law and its evolving landscape
  • Sharp commercial awareness and client-centric mindset
  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities whilst consistently meeting deadlines
What's on Offer
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity to work with high-profile clients on complex matters
  • Clear progression pathways and career development support
  • Involvement in marketing and business development activities
  • Comprehensive training programmes.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a thriving practice at an exciting time of growth. If you're an ambitious employment solicitor looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.To apply or discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact me directly at paulwarburton@thinklegalrecruitment.comCompanyThink Legal Recruitment is a regional legal recruitment business recruiting at all levels of legal professionals throughout the North of England for private practice and in-house.What makes us different?We could highlight our integrity, our commitment to excellence and providing honest, reliable and informed advice. We could talk about our use of and investment in technology. For us, these are the basics that you can and should expect.Our difference lies in our people. It is their commitment and investment in candidates, clients, partner contacts and local market knowledge that sets us apart.Legal recruitment is a serious business and we take it seriously. That we strive to make the experience as enjoyable and open as possible is simply testament to our desire to build long-standing relationships.We love what we do and look forward to making a difference for you.Contact us on 0161 826 1411Company info Website Telephone 0161 826 1411 Location 2nd Floor
125 Deansgate
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M3 2BY
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