Partner- Employment Department
£80,000-£100,000
Manchester
Hybrid Working
Full Time
 
Overview & Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced lawyer to come in as Partner for an incredibly well-established law firm in Manchester.
 
Job Description:
You will become part of a large employment department in one of the UK’s leading law firms. The firm is rapidly expanding and so is their employment teams.
 
You will manage and oversee a team of very well experienced legal professionals, ranging from NQ to 6 years PQE.
 
Role Responsibilities:

• Lead and grow key client relationships, providing strategic employment law advice to senior stakeholders and HR leaders.
• Oversee high-value or sensitive matters such as tribunal claims, redundancies, executive terminations, TUPE, discrimination cases, and whistleblowing.
• Drive new business through networking, pitching, thought leadership, and expanding the firm’s employment law offering.
• Manage and mentor junior solicitors and associates, ensuring high-quality work and supporting professional development.
• Ensure all advice is compliant with employment legislation, case law, and SRA obligations, managing risk appropriately.

Candidate Requirements:

• 8+ years PQE and a strong track record in employment law (both contentious and non-contentious).
• Demonstrated ability to attract, retain, and grow client relationships; often with a portable client following.
• Deep understanding of UK employment legislation, case law, and regulatory frameworks, including TUPE, discrimination law, tribunal practice, and whistleblowing.
• Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers, with strong delegation, feedback, and team-building skills.
• Ability to deliver clear, pragmatic advice to HR directors, general counsel, and C-suite clients

Company Benefits:

• Participation in firm profits through equity or fixed-share arrangements, often with performance-linked bonuses.
• Private Medical and Health Insurance – Comprehensive health cover including dental, optical, mental health support
• Enhanced pension scheme, often with employer contributions well above statutory minimums.
• Senior-level flexibility in hours and location, including home office support and international mobility for global firms

To apply for this position, please contact: alex@achieveprofessionals.com for a confidential chat.