Employment Law Associate

About the role

Markel Law LLP, an independent SRA-regulated law firm and part of the Markel Group, is looking for an Employment Law Associate to join its growing Manchester team. The role is based in the Manchester office with hybrid working, within a collaborative team handling both contentious and non-contentious employment matters for a diverse client base, including SMEs and larger retail clients.

Key responsibilities

• Manage Employment Tribunal claims from inception to conclusion
• Draft ET claims, responses and EAT applications
• Prepare witness statements and other legal documentation
• Conduct advocacy at Preliminary and Final Hearings where appropriate
• Instruct and work with Counsel
• Advise clients on a wide range of non-contentious employment matters
• Support disciplinary, grievance and investigation processes
• Keep clients and internal stakeholders updated on case strategy and prospects
• Contribute to employment law updates, training and client-facing materials

Required profile

• Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent)
• Experience across contentious and non-contentious employment law, ideally in a law firm or professional services environment
• Solid Employment Tribunal experience

Required skills

• Strong drafting and analytical skills
• Confident communication with clients and colleagues
• Commercial, solutions-focused approach to legal advice
• Attention to detail and case management skills
• Ability to build trusted client relationships
• IT and legal research capability

What we offer

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with buy/sell options
• Pension scheme, private medical and dental cover
• Life assurance, income protection and travel insurance
• Career development with access to training and progression