Employment Solicitor / Associate
Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Employment Solicitor / Associate | NQ–6 PQE
Working pattern: Hybrid, with one day per week in the office
Locations: Birmingham or Manchester
Looking for your next step in employment law?
We are working with a national, purpose-led law firm looking to expand its Employment & Pensions team, with opportunities available in both Birmingham and Manchester.
This is an opportunity to join a busy and growing practice, take ownership of your own matters and build lasting client relationships within a firm that combines high-quality legal work with a genuine commitment to making a positive difference.
What makes this opportunity stand out?
A growing practice with varied work
Join a team experiencing increasing demand for employment law support, with exposure to advisory work, contentious matters and employment tribunal claims. You’ll have the opportunity to manage your own caseload and provide commercially focused advice to a varied client base.
Genuine hybrid flexibility
With an expectation of just one day per week in the office, this opportunity offers flexibility around your working week while allowing you to remain connected to your team and clients.
Room to develop your career
This opportunity is open to solicitors from NQ to 6 years’ PQE, making it suitable for those looking to establish themselves in employment law as well as more experienced solicitors ready to take the next step. You’ll have the opportunity to strengthen your technical expertise, develop client relationships and take increasing ownership of your work.
Purpose beyond the legal work
Join a firm with a clear social purpose, committed to improving lives, communities and society. If you’re looking for an environment where values, meaningful client relationships and positive impact matter, this could be an excellent fit.
Benefits include
- 25 days’ annual leave, plus two additional days at Christmas
- Three days per year for social-purpose volunteering
- Ongoing training and professional development
About You
A solicitor with NQ–6 PQE and experience in Employment law, strong technical skills and the confidence to manage matters with appropriate autonomy.
Experience handling employment tribunal claims will be particularly relevant, alongside an interest in employment advisory work. You’ll enjoy working directly with clients, developing relationships and delivering clear, practical legal advice.
If you’re open to exploring a new opportunity, or simply curious about what the market has to offer, I’d welcome a confidential conversation.
Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. To express your interest, apply online or please contact:
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