Sanderson King
Solicitor - Employment Law
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Solicitor - Employment Law
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 Associate & 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, developing an excellent reputation for technical capability and client service.
The Opportunity
You will play a key role within a busy and growing Employment practice, handling a varied workload while supporting team growth, client development, and mentoring junior lawyers. Key responsibilities include:
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- Advising on a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters
- Managing employment tribunal litigation from inception 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
- Collaborating closely with clients to develop long-term relationships
- Supporting business development initiatives and team expansion
- Mentoring and assisting junior team members
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About You
We are looking for:
- A qualified solicitor or barrister (England & Wales)
- Strong experience in both contentious and non-contentious employment law
- Confidence in handling Employment Tribunal litigation autonomously
- A commercial, solutions-focused approach
- Exceptional communication and drafting skills
- Comfort working directly with clients to build strong relationships
- Enthusiasm for contributing to a collaborative and supportive team culture
What’s on Offer
- Salary:£40,000–£65,000 (+ bonus)
- Hybrid working (typically 3–4 days in the office)
- High-quality, varied work with strong client exposure
- Clear career progression in a growing team
- A supportive, flexible, and modern working culture
- Competitive benefits package
- Long-term career stability
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