Sanderson King
Employment Solicitor (Associate / Senior Associate)
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Associate / Senior Associate – Employment
Manchester City Centre | Hybrid Working
£40,000–£70,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
A highly regarded national law firm is continuing to invest heavily into its Manchester office and is now looking to appoint Associates & Senior Associates into its growing Employment team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced employment lawyer looking to join a modern, commercially minded firm that offers genuinely high-quality work, strong client exposure, and a notably more collaborative culture than many traditional private practice environments.
The team advises a broad range of insurer, corporate, and business clients across both contentious and non-contentious employment matters and has developed an excellent reputation within the market for its technical capability and client service.
The Opportunity
You will play a key role within a busy and growing Employment practice, handling a varied caseload whilst also supporting wider team growth, client development, and mentoring junior lawyers.
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The role will include:
- Advising on a broad mix of contentious and advisory employment matters
- Managing Employment Tribunal matters from inception through to hearing
- Advising on disciplinary, grievance, and day-to-day HR issues
- Drafting and reviewing contracts, policies, and settlement agreements
- Advising on TUPE, restructuring, and collective consultation matters
- Managing ACAS early conciliation and settlement negotiations
- Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and tribunal documentation
- Working closely with clients and developing long-term relationships
- Supporting business development initiatives and wider team growth
- Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team
About You
- Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales)
- Strong experience across both contentious and non-contentious employment law
- Confident handling Employment Tribunal litigation autonomously
- Commercial and solutions-focused in your approach
- Strong communication and drafting skills
- Comfortable working directly with clients and building relationships
- Keen to contribute to a collaborative and supportive team culture
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What’s on Offer
- Salary of c£40,000–£65,000 plus bonus
- Hybrid working (typically 3–4 days in the office)
- High-quality and varied work with excellent client exposure
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing team
- Supportive, flexible, and modern working culture
- Strong benefits package and long-term career stability
This opportunity is likely to suit an employment lawyer currently within a regional, national, or international firm who may be open to exploring a platform offering quality work without some of the hierarchy and politics often associated with more traditional environments.
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