Senior Employment Solicitor

  • Service Care Solutions - Legal
  • Manchester, Lancashire
  • Mar 06, 2026
Contractor Legal

Job Description

Service Care Solutions is currently working with a local authority in Greater Manchester who is seeking an experienced Senior Employment Solicitor to join their legal services team on an interim basis.This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled employment lawyer with strong public sector experience to provide high-quality legal advice on a broad range of employment matters.Job Title: Senior Employment SolicitorLocation: Manchester (Hybrid Working)Rate: £55-£60 Per Hour Umbrella (DOE)PAYE (Inc.Hol) - £48.89 - £53.28 Per Hour Contract: Initial 3 Months (Potential to Extend)Responsibilities as a Senior Employment Solicitor:
  • Provide specialist legal advice and support on a wide range of employment law matters affecting the local authority.
  • Manage a varied caseload including disciplinary issues, grievances, redundancy, TUPE, discrimination claims, whistleblowing, and complex employee relations matters.
  • Represent the council in Employment Tribunal proceedings, including preparing pleadings, witness statements, and instructing counsel where necessary.
About you as a Senior Employment Solicitor:
  • Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with significant post-qualification experience in employment law.
  • Strong experience handling Employment Tribunal litigation from start to finish.
  • Experience working within local government or the wider public sector is highly desirable.
  • Ability to manage complex caseloads independently and provide pragmatic legal advice.
Benefit:
  • Hybrid Working
  • Flexible Hours
  • Weekly Pay
If this Senior Employment Solicitor position is right for you or someone you may know, don't hesitate to get in touch with Aanisah Khan via email .uk or via phone on .We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.