Associate - Employment Law

About the role

Based in our Manchester office, you'll work as part of a collaborative Employment Law team handling both contentious and non‑contentious matters for a diverse client base, including SME and larger retail clients. You will have real responsibility from day one, with the support and development you'd expect from a leading employment practice. Your work will include: Managing Employment Tribunal claims from inception to conclusion Drafting ET claims, responses and EAT applications Preparing witness statements and legal documentation Conducting advocacy at Preliminary and Final Hearings where appropriate Instructing and working with Counsel Advising clients on a wide range of non‑contentious employment matters Supporting disciplinary, grievance and investigation processes Keeping clients and internal stakeholders updated on case strategy and prospects Contributing to employment law updates, training and client-facing materials

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