Employment Law Specialist

3 weeks ago


Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Watershed Full time

Watershed is a leading employment law firm with a team of experienced lawyers and HR professionals. We are seeking a highly skilled Employment Law Specialist to join our team in Manchester.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employment law and HR, with extensive experience in advising businesses on employment law and employee relations. They will be responsible for advising and supporting clients on a wide range of employment law matters, including:

  • advising on obligations under the Equality Act 2010
  • long term sickness cases, including reasonable adjustments
  • conduct and disciplinary cases
  • conducting grievances and appeals
  • managing absence
  • redundancy and Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) transfers
  • settlement agreements

The successful candidate will have excellent technical knowledge of employment law and HR, as well as strong communication and problem-solving skills. They will be able to work independently and as part of a team, and will have a strong understanding of the pressures faced by busy managers.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including private health insurance and a car allowance. The role involves occasional travel to client sites throughout the UK, and is predominately office-based in Manchester.

Key responsibilities

  • advising clients on employment law and HR
  • working on and managing a range of clients' projects
  • maintaining up-to-date knowledge of modern working practices
  • reviewing and assisting with drafting documentation
  • liaising with and supporting other members of the team

Key skills and qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in employment law and/or employee relations
  • solid technical competence and knowledge of employment law and HR
  • excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • strong understanding of the pressures faced by busy managers


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