via Reed · 22 September 2026 ·1 day ago

Employment Solicitor - Locum

eNL Legal Recruitment
Bolton Contract GBP 68,250 – 68,250
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Employment Solicitor – Locum, 2+ Years’ PQE, Greater Manchester / Hybrid, 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract, Circa £35 Per Hour. An excellent opportunity for an immediately available Employment Solicitor to join a reputable organisation in Greater Manchester on a six month fixed-term basis, supporting an increased workload. Job Ref: 5443

OVERVIEW:
The successful Employment Solicitor will manage a varied caseload of employment claims and litigation on behalf of members, representing clients before Employment Tribunals, courts, internal hearings and other dispute resolution forums. You will undertake advocacy where appropriate, represent members before regulatory bodies and provide practical legal advice and support to regional colleagues. The role will also involve contributing to employment law training, assisting with the preparation of legal guidance, articles and other written materials, and working collaboratively with colleagues to support the wider objectives of the organisation.

WHAT THE ORGANISATION IS LOOKING FOR:
Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors with more than 2 years' PQE and proven experience in employment law, including managing employment casework and litigation. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical ability alongside excellent communication, advocacy and negotiation skills. You will be confident producing clear and accurate legal documentation and explaining complex legal issues effectively to colleagues and members. Experience in related areas, such as personal injury claims, would also be advantageous.

The organisation offers a competitive rate of circa £35 per hour together with flexible hybrid working arrangements, including the option to work from home 1–2 days per week.

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications within 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

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