Employment Law Associate

TL;DR

Employment Law Associate: Managing a diverse caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment matters for a wide range of clients with an accent on Employment Tribunal claims and advisory work. Focus on providing pragmatic, commercial legal advice while building long-term client relationships within a supportive, people-first environment.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to Manchester, UK (Hybrid role).

Company

hirify.global Law is an independent, SRA-regulated law firm and part of the global Fortune 500 hirify.global Group, specializing in insurance and professional services.

What you will do

• Manage Employment Tribunal claims from inception to conclusion, including drafting claims and responses.
• Prepare witness statements and legal documentation for hearings.
• Conduct advocacy at Preliminary and Final Hearings where appropriate.
• Advise clients on a wide range of non-contentious employment matters.
• Support disciplinary, grievance, and investigation processes.
• Contribute to employment law updates, training, and client-facing materials.

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with experience in contentious and non-contentious employment law.
• Solid experience managing Employment Tribunal claims.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and case management skills.
• Ability to communicate confidently and build trusted client relationships.
• Commercial, solutions-focused approach to legal advice.
• Must be based in or able to commute to the Manchester office for hybrid working.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with buy/sell options.
• Comprehensive benefits including private medical, dental, and life assurance.
• Clear career development pathways with access to training.
• Inclusive, supportive culture focused on trust and teamwork rather than rigid billable targets.