We are recruiting on behalf of a leading law firm in Manchester that is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join their esteemed sports law team. This role involves working with high-profile clients across football and other sports sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and negotiate service agreements for senior executives and sports personnel.
- Advise on employment issues across various sports, supporting corporate, commercial, regulatory/litigation, and immigration teams.
- Represent clients in employment-related disputes before tribunals and courts, including the Employment Tribunal and FA Rule K arbitration.
- Contribute to the firm’s employment practice, handling a diverse caseload.
Candidate Requirements:
- Experience: 2 to 5 years’ PQE in employment law; experience in sports and media-related matters is a plus.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor in England & Wales.
- Skills: Strong background in both contentious and non-contentious employment matters, with tribunal experience preferred.
- Attributes: Excellent academics, communication skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset.
Benefits:
- Work with high-profile clients in world sport.
- Join a top-rated firm (Chambers and Legal 500).
- Excellent career growth opportunities.
- Hybrid working and a supportive team environment.
Application Process:
Qualified candidates are invited to apply. Equally, if you would simply like to have a confidential conversation about your career & future prospects then please contact Thomas Eastwood | +44 1727 615 190 |