Overview

Employment Solicitor: Locum, 3+ PQE, Greater Manchester. GBP 34.14 per hour. Role delivers expert legal advice, representation, and advocacy for Union members, while supporting colleagues and contributing to training and resource development. To register interest, contact Kaye on 850 or email with your CV. Job ref: 1384.

The Role

You will conduct claims and litigation on behalf of solicitors, represent and advocate for members before tribunals, courts, hearings, and regulatory bodies, and provide legal advice and guidance to colleagues on issues affecting teachers. You will also contribute to staff and member training and prepare written documents, articles, and resources on legal matters.

The Candidate

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with proven expertise in employment law, regulatory proceedings, and advocacy. Demonstrable experience in case management and litigation, with strong advocacy before courts, tribunals, and regulatory bodies. Ability to provide clear, practical advice to colleagues and members, and excellent drafting and communication skills.

The Package

Competitive salary, 35 days of annual leave (pro rata), and blended working with 3:4 days in the office and the remainder from home, subject to business needs.

How to Apply

Contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on 850 or email with your CV or 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 in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any protected characteristics.

Requirements

Legal qualification (Solicitor or Barrister) with 3+ PQE in employment law and regulatory proceedings; strong litigation and advocacy experience; ability to draft clear, practical advice and written materials.

Location

Greater Manchester, United Kingdom.

Note: This listing includes additional job postings not related to this role; only information above pertains to the Employment Solicitor (Locum) position.