Employment Solicitor
  • England,North West,Greater Manchester
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • £30,000 - £38,000 per annum
Job Description:
Employment Solicitor
Fully remote (work from anywhere in the UK)
Flexible - you can join us on an employed or self-employed basis
Employed status circa 30-38k FTE dependent on experience
Optional use of modern coworking spaces in Manchester and London for occasional client meetings or team collaboration (expected to be infrequent)
Hours – full time – some flexibility for part time hours would be considered for the right candidate
We are a forward-thinking, down-to-earth law firm that is revolutionising the employment law world with a fresh, modern and client-first approach, built on making high-quality employment law advice accessible, straightforward and genuinely supportive – no stuffy offices, no outdated processes, just smart, practical legal support delivered the way it should be in 2026. We are now looking for an Employment Solicitor, ideally newly qualified or early in their career, with hands-on employment law experience to join our team.
Our IT and systems are fully cloud-based and accessed via a secure remote desktop, allowing you to log in from your own laptop or computer while we provide all software, tools and ongoing support.
What you’ll be doing
You will manage a varied caseload, with a strong focus on settlement agreements, alongside broader employment law matters. The work is primarily claimant-focused, with some exposure to employer work.
Duties include:
*Drafting, advising on and negotiating settlement agreements (including COT3s and protected conversations)
*Providing clear, practical employment law advice to clients
*Supporting on employment contracts, policies and senior executive matters
*Assisting with disciplinary, grievance and capability processes
*Handling redundancy matters, TUPE transfers and general employment queries
*Supporting on tribunal matters including unfair dismissal, discrimination and whistleblowing claims
*Managing ACAS early conciliation and settlement discussions
*Keeping clients fully informed with straightforward, jargon-free advice
*Supporting general employment law work including compliance, training and day-to-day queries
You will be a great fit if you are
*A qualified solicitor, newly qualified or early in your career, with employment law experience
*Possess litigation experience to carry out general litigation work
*Confident in drafting commercial contracts and agreements
*Knowledge of shareholder agreements would be advantageous
*Confident handling settlement agreement work or keen to specialise in this area
*Organised, proactive and comfortable managing your own caseload
*Approachable and down-to-earth, with strong client communication skills
*Comfortable working remotely while staying connected to a small team
*Interested in being part of a growing, agile firm where you can develop and make an impact
This is a genuine opportunity to be part of something different – a modern law firm that values flexibility, autonomy and delivering high-quality work without unnecessary corporate layers.
If you’re an Employment Solicitor looking for flexibility, variety and the opportunity to grow within a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV along with a short note outlining your experience and interest in the role.
We look forward to hearing from you!






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