Thompsons Solicitors
NQ Lawyer - Employment Rights
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NQ Lawyer - Employment Rights
Assistant Lawyer in Employment Rights – Application Deadline: 16 July 2026
Department: Employment Rights Location: Manchester (office-based in Bristol) Compensation: £35,042 per year
The Role
The Employment Rights team, based in Manchester, are seeking Assistant Lawyers (NQ - 2 years PQE) to join their respected team and take the next step in their legal career.
This position offers a fulfilling opportunity to:
- Manage and progress your own caseload
- Assist in handling complex employment rights cases, supported by experienced supervisions
- Gain hands-on experience across all aspects of case management from inception to resolution
Successful candidates will work collaboratively with seasoned legal professionals, developing expertise while committing to:
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Who We Are Seeking
Ideal candidates are qualified lawyers with experience tuning and handling employment rights claims (preferably 0-2 years Post-Qualification Experience (PQE)).
Key Requirements
- A proven ability to stay on top of deadlines
- An understanding of, and empathy for, client care, driven by passion for the field
- Eagerness to take the next step in a legal career focused on employment rights, with a commitment to excellence
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What We Offer You
A well-rounded benefits package including:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Permanent health insurance
- Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
- Life assurance
Workplace Support
- 25 days annual leave (plus 5 additional Christmas days)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits
- Cycle to work scheme
- Subsidised sports and social club membership
- Annual travel and parking loans
- Financial assistance for continuing professional development (CPD)
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