Senior Employment Solicitor
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- Lead the growth of a high-potential employment offering from day one
- Inherit existing work and shape your own practice
- Real opportunity to become a key commercial adviser and team lead
Looking for a role where you can take the reins and create something of your own?
This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious employment solicitor to join a growing, values-led firm in Greater Manchester and reintroduce a core service line with full support from the senior leadership team.
You’ll step into a ready-made flow of employer-side work and have the autonomy to shape the team, service, and direction — with a direct pathway to progression and influence across the wider commercial offering.
Who we’re looking for
- 6+ PQE in employment law
- Confident working independently on employer-focused matters
- Commercial mindset with BD or networking experience
- Organised, proactive, and able to collaborate cross-functionally
- Entrepreneurial and motivated by the opportunity to build something meaningful
Salary & Benefits
- £60,000–£70,000 (depending on experience)
- Hybrid working (after initial onboarding)
- Corporate gym membership
- Structured development & internal leadership resources
- Tech-enabled systems and compliance support
- Real opportunity to grow a team and move into senior leadership
- Supportive culture with regular 1:1s and strong cross-team referrals
Contact Duane Cormell
Call Duane on 03300 245 606 or email duane.cormell@realmrecruit.com to find out more or apply. All conversations are confidential.
Key details
Salary
£60,000 - £70,000
Location
- Greater Manchester
- North West
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Employment
Job ref
V-48083-1
He set up Realm in 2015 with the aim of helping law firms improve their productivity and profitability through a refreshing, values-driven approach to legal recruitment.
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