Employment Associate

We have been asked by one of our key clients to assist in the recruitment of a technically strong, commercial focussed and ambitious employment associate to be based in South Manchester. The team is Legal 500 rated and offers great quality commercial clients, a fantastic working environment and long term career prospects.

The client base is a mix of those based locally and national consisting mainly of SME and blue chip organisations. As such, an employment solicitor seeking a move from a firm with a similarly high quality commercial client base will fit well into the employment team.

They offer a broad range of respondent employment law services (both contentious and non-contentious) including directors agreements, employment contracts, business transfers/ TUPE etc, employment litigation, restrictive covenants, redundancies, disciplines/ grievances and general corporate support.

The Head of Department is looking for commercially minded candidates with the technical and communication skills required to provide a high level of client service. An interest in assisting in the further development of the employment department is also essential.

This is an excellent opportunity in the current market, so if you would like to be considered then please do apply without delay. Salary will depend on experience, but is likely to be up to £50,000. Benefits include healthcare, life cover, Group pension and childcare vouchers. Hours 9 - 5.30pm.


Stated PQE and salary levels are for guidance only. All applications demonstrating the skills necessary to fulfil the role will be considered.

Up to £250 paid in vouchers for successful referrals. Terms and conditions apply, please ask for details.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply through the advert or contact Joe Rees at Thornton Legal directly. All applications treated in strictest confidence.