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Locum Employment Solicitor - Fully Remote

Michael Page Legal
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 2 days
Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

Salary

£38,000 - £45,600 per annum

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Contract type

Part Time

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  • The firm is seeking a Locum Employment Solicitor with over 5 years of PQE to advise large corporations and senior executives on complex employment matters.
  • The role involves handling terminations, restrictive covenants, and mixed contentious and non-contentious employment issues from start to finish.
  • This position offers a fully remote work environment, allowing for flexibility in managing a busy caseload.
  • Candidates should possess strong communication and negotiation skills, with a proven ability to manage high-stakes cases independently.
  • Competitive rates are offered for this ongoing contract role.

We're seeking a skilled Locum Employment Solicitor to step into a dynamic and challenging role, focusing on high-level employment matters. You'll be advising large corporations and senior executives on terminations, restrictive covenants, and complex employment litigation. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with senior executives while operating in a flexible, fully remote environment.

Client Details

This well-established firm has built a reputation for providing expert legal services across employment law, particularly focusing on senior-level disputes. They're known for their pragmatic approach, supporting clients with tailored legal solutions that address complex and high-stakes employment matters. Their commitment to remote working and flexibility makes them a standout employer in the legal sector.

Description

The Locum Employment Solicitor will:

  • Act as the lead on employment cases, advising senior executives on terminations, restrictive covenants, and related issues.
  • Acting for large organisations handling mixed contentious and non-contentious employment matters from start to finish.
  • Work independently while liaising with the wider team and providing strategic input into case management.
  • Manage a busy caseload with varying levels of complexity, ensuring all matters are handled efficiently and professionally.

Profile

A successful Employment Locum should have:

  • 5+ years PQE as a Solicitor with a strong background in employment law from a reputable firm.
  • Extensive experience advising senior executives on employment matters, particularly around terminations and restrictive covenants.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to handle high-stakes cases under pressure.
  • Ability to work independently in a fully remote setting, managing your own caseload effectively.

Job Offer

  • Fully remote working, giving you the flexibility to work from anywhere.
  • Competitive rates and an ongoing contract.

If you're a Locum Employment Solicitor, apply now or contact Michael Bailey at Michael Page.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.