Employment Associate/Senior Associate/Managing Associate - Manchester

GFL Environmental Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking an Employment Associate/Senior Associate/Managing Associate to join their expanding team in Manchester. The role offers the opportunity to work on diverse employment law cases in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have at least 2 years of PQE, strong communication skills, and a passion for employment law. This position promises a collaborative and supportive work culture, rewarding excellence in client service.

Benefits

Employee awards and recognition

Comprehensive rewards and benefits

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Must possess and demonstrate enthusiasm for employment law.
• Exceptional communication skills required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Join a fast-paced team providing employment law advice.
• Work closely with clients on a variety of employment matters.
• Draft and negotiate service and settlement agreements.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Passion for employment law

Teamwork

Education

2 years+ PQE

Job description

Employment Associate/Senior Associate/Managing Associate - Manchester page is loaded## Employment Associate/Senior Associate/Managing Associate - Manchesterlocations: Manchesterposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: JR101091**About the Freeths Employment Team**The Freeths national Employment Team is led by Rena Magdani who is ranked in Band 1 in Chambers & Partners and is recognised as a Leader in the Field by Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500. The Team comprises over 45 employment specialists across the country.The team provide a specialist employment law and HR advisory service to a range of companies from PLCs to SMEs. This includes advice on disciplinary and grievance matters, unfair dismissal, discrimination, TUPE, whistleblowing, redundancy, restructures and strategic advice to senior management teams and boards. We also advise senior executives and professionals in all aspects of the employment relationship. We have established a reputation for providing timely responses and pragmatic, cost-effective solutions.A number of our highly regarded teams are ranked in the top tier for employment in the Legal 500 and Top Ranked by Chambers & Partners and many of our employment lawyers are ranked as recommended lawyers / leading individuals in these publications.The Manchester Employment team is led by Laura Tracey. In addition to the above Laura has specialist experience of advising on acquisitions and disposals and works closely with the firm’s corporate team to guide businesses, individual shareholders and investors through the employment aspects of transactions. This includes drafting and negotiating on Service Agreements and Settlement Agreements for both corporate clients and senior individuals.Laura is listed as a Recommended Lawyer in The Legal 500 (2025 edition) and is also ranked as a Leading Individual in Chambers & Partners (2026 edition).Freeths is widely recognised for our inclusive attitude and diversity, winning ‘Firm of the Year’ at the UK Diversity Legal Awards and we have achieved Gold in the Investors in People Award.**The role**Due to growth in our expanding Manchester office, we are seeking an Associate/Senior Associate/Managing Associate, ideally with 2 years+ PQE, to join our friendly and dynamic team in Manchester. The nature of the work is fast paced, and our clients’ interests are paramount so you must possess and demonstrate an enthusiasm, energy and passion for employment law, have exceptionally strong communication skills and work well in a team. The team takes a holistic approach to their work, offering a corporate level of service with a personal touch.# # **Smart. Bold. Together. We Are Freeths.****Become part of the team at Freeths.****View some of our recent highlights on our website** **.**locations: 6 Locationsposted on: Posted 13 Days Ago**2. Think Recognition:** Sharing success matters to us. We love to showcase excellent work across the firm and celebrate our people through our employee awards. We recognise our teams work hard together to deliver the best solutions for our clients. That’s why great work is well rewarded - our rewards and benefits are among the best in the business.We are committed to sourcing candidates directly where possible. For particular roles, we may work with preferred suppliers who will be invited by our resourcing team to support us. We may also agree to accept CVs from other suppliers on an ad hoc basis (to be agreed in writing). We will not be responsible for fees in relation to CVs or profiles submitted directly to our partners or other employees or for any applications not submitted via our portal. Agencies should contact our recruitment team before submitting unsolicited applications.