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MarkelPosted 4 months ago

Associate - Employment Law

HybridManchester, England, United Kingdom

Full TimeEntry LevelLarge

Job Summary

Manage Employment Tribunal claims from inception to conclusion, including drafting ET claims, responses, and EAT applications, while preparing witness statements and legal documentation. Conduct advocacy at Preliminary and Final Hearings where appropriate, instruct Counsel, and support disciplinary, grievance, and investigation processes. Advise clients on non-contentious employment matters and keep stakeholders updated on case strategy. Contribute to employment law updates, training, and client-facing materials. Work within a collaborative Manchester team handling diverse cases for SME and retail clients.

Required Qualifications

  • Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent)
  • Experience across contentious and non-contentious employment law
  • Solid Employment Tribunal experience
  • Strong drafting and analytical skills
  • The ability to communicate confidently with clients and colleagues
  • A commercial, solutions-focused approach to legal advice
  • Excellent attention to detail and case management skills
  • The confidence to build trusted client relationships
  • Strong IT and legal research capability

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience gained within a law firm or professional services environment

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