Assistant Lawyer - Employment Rights

Looking for your next move in employment law? We have an exciting opportunity to join our Settlement Agreement Unit (SAU) as an Employment Rights Lawyer, initially based in our Liverpool or Manchester branch.

The successful candidate will need to be in the Liverpool office full-time for 4–6 weeks for training before moving to a hybrid working arrangement.

Our Lawyers provide legal advice and support to Trade Unions and their members on settlement agreements across a range of industries. The role involves liaising with Union officers, supporting senior solicitors on high-profile and large-scale settlement exercises, and working collaboratively within the team to help develop and promote our service offering.

You will also negotiate settlement terms in line with legislation and client instructions. With full training and ongoing support, you will develop specialist expertise in advising on, negotiating, and completing settlement agreements.

We welcome applications from qualified Solicitors or Legal Executives at any stage of their career. You do not need prior employment law experience to apply. We are open to candidates from all backgrounds and will provide full training for the right individual.

Strong written and verbal communication skills are important, alongside the ability to negotiate effectively and build trust with clients and stakeholders. As client care is central to the role, you will need to be comfortable working sensitively with clients and maintaining professional relationships.