Thompsons Solicitors
Employment Rights Lawyer
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Employment Rights Lawyer
Employment Rights Solicitor
Application Deadline: 16 July 2026 Department: Employment Rights Location: Manchester Compensation: £43,530 - £46,777 per year
About the Role
We are seeking qualified Solicitors with employment law expertise who are passionate about making a real difference for clients and delivering exceptional legal service.
This role involves managing a varied caseload of claimant employment matters, supporting clients through critical situations such as:
- Unfair dismissal
- Discrimination cases
- Whistleblowing disputes
- Workplace conflicts
As well as providing strong legal representation, you’ll focus on building relationships, offering reassurance, and keeping clients informed and engaged throughout their legal journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a diverse caseload of employment tribunal litigation
- Provide clear, strategic advice to clients
- Assess claims and determine viable courses of action
- Ensure positive outcomes for clients at tribunal
- Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality legal representation
- Maintain strong client relationships and professional communication
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Requirements
We are looking for candidates with:
- At least two years’ experience in handling employment tribunal litigation
- Knowledge of Employment Tribunal procedures
- Technical legal expertise combined with empathy and client care
- Strong negotiation and advocacy skills
- Ability to work independently while thriving in a supportive team environment
About You
- You must be a qualified Solicitor
- You possess a clear commitment to safeguarding workers' rights
- You value professionalism, collaboration, and high standards in legal practice
- You seek a role where you can develop professionally while making a tangible difference
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Why Join Us?
We’re a collaborative and supportive team that prioritises legal excellence alongside client-centric care. If you’re looking for an opportunity where your strategic legal skills and empathy can help the most vulnerable employees, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits Package
- Contributory pension scheme
- £4,000 car cash allowance (in addition to salary)
- Permanent health insurance
- Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
- Life assurance coverage
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
- 5 additional days leave over Christmas
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
- Cycle to work scheme
- Subsidised sports and social club membership
- Annual travel allowance and parking loans
- Financial assistance for professional development
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