Employment Law Manager

Employment Law Manager

We are seeking a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive to fill the Employment Law Manager post. Paralegals with 5 years experience who wish to qualify as a solicitor (England and Wales) are also welcome to apply.

Salary & Location

Band 4 – London. Starting salary: £53,726 p.a., rising to £61,115 p.a. in annual increments.

Regional. Starting salary: £49,663 p.a., rising to £56,081 p.a. in annual increments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide complex professional legal advice on employment law matters to management, national executives, and members.
• Manage a team of junior colleagues and oversee their casework.
• Advise on collective employment law matters and review first‑stage complaints.
• Deliver legal guidance and representation on employment law issues.
• Conduct legal research, draft advice, claims, and other legal documents.
• Support senior colleagues on complex matters.
• Advise the union on legal aspects of bargaining or campaigning matters.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of employment legislation and political processes.
• Promote equality and diversity in the workplace and support the SRA Professional standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified solicitor or legal executive, or relevant experience.
• Experience in staff management, appraisals, and complaints handling.
• Proven experience in an employment law field.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to prioritise and manage workloads.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and SRA standards.
• Understanding of UK employment legislation and trade‑union work.

Learning & Development

Access to a generous training and professional development programme, including continuous professional development and appraisals.

Employer Benefits

• Flexible working, including hybrid arrangements.
• Childcare and family support.
• Generous maternity and paternity leave.
• 32 days of leave and Christmas closure.
• Pension scheme.
• Employee assistance programme.

Equal Opportunity Statement

PCS is working towards equal opportunities and is positive about disabled people.

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