Employment Solicitor 2-6 PQE

Company: Hays
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you join a busy employment team at a well-regarded commercial law firm to handle a range of contentious and non-contentious matters. You will support employers on day-to-day HR and employment issues, manage Employment Tribunal matters, and draft and review employment documentation while delivering strategic advice to a diverse client base. You’ll work in a collaborative environment with opportunities to deepen your technical expertise and build strong client relationships. This role offers high-quality work, client exposure, and clear avenues for career progression within a supportive team.

Pay / Benefits

  • comprehensive benefits package
  • flexible working arrangements
  • competitive salary
  • supportive working environment
  • career progression opportunities

Responsibilities

  • Advise on contentious and non-contentious employment matters
  • Support employers with day-to-day HR and employment-law issues
  • Manage Employment Tribunal matters
  • Draft and review employment documentation
  • Provide strategic employment advice to clients
  • Engage in client contact and relationship-building
  • Develop technical expertise within a supportive team

Key requirements

  • Qualified solicitor with 2–6 years PQE in employment law
  • Experience handling a mix of contentious and non-contentious matters
  • Strong communication, client management and drafting skills
  • Commercially aware and proactive with ability to build relationships
  • Strong communication
  • Client management
  • Drafting skills
  • Employment law expertise
  • Drafting and reviewing employment documentation
  • Tribunal handling and strategy

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Posted: October 3rd, 2026