Role: NQ Employment Solicitor / Employment Paralegal
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: Competitive DOE
If you’re looking for a role that gives you genuine exposure instead of keeping you on the sidelines, this is a great opportunity to step into a busy employment team and build solid experience from day one.
What You’ll Be Doing You’ll be working closely with experienced fee earners on a full range of Employment Tribunal matters. Your day-to-day will include:
- Preparing Early Case Assessments, drafting ET3 responses and handling client and Tribunal communications.
- Reviewing case papers, managing Preliminary Hearings and assisting with the preparation of witness statements.
- Attending Tribunal hearings when required, providing support and taking clear, reliable notes.
- Carrying out legal research that informs case strategy and supports ongoing matters.
- Preparing hearing and disclosure bundles, organising documents and keeping files in excellent order.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a consistent and professional service to clients.
About You You’ll already have at least 12 months’ experience working in employment law, either as an NQ solicitor or as a paralegal with solid exposure to the area. You’ll also bring:
- A good technical understanding of employment law and how it applies in real situations.
- Confident communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Emerging advocacy skills and the confidence to develop them further.
- A genuine interest in employment and HR, and in helping clients navigate tricky issues.
- Strong organisation, great attention to detail and the ability to manage your time well.
Why This Role? It’s a chance to build proper hands-on experience, learn from a strong team and take on responsibilities that will accelerate your development. You’ll be part of a supportive environment where you can grow your confidence, broaden your skills and play a meaningful part in contentious employment matters.
If you’re enthusiastic, motivated and ready for the next step in your employment career, this is a great fit.