Associate - Employment - Bristol- 4+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking an Employment Associate with 4+ years' PQE to join its Bristol team. The role offers permanent, full-time status with hybrid flexibility, and a salary ranging from £65,000 to £85,000.

You will manage a varied caseload across contentious and non-contentious employment work, advising employers and drafting key documents. The firm provides a supportive environment, strong career progression, and opportunities to contribute to business development while working within a

Qualifications

• 4+ years' PQE in employment law.
• Minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Confidence handling tribunal matters independently.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive with motivation and organisation.
• Interest in business development and team growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of employment matters.
• Handle employment tribunal litigation and advocacy prep.
• Advise employers on HR issues including disciplinary, grievance and redundancy.
• Draft contracts, policies, handbooks and settlement agreements.
• Support corporate transactions with employment due diligence.
• Advise on data protection matters.
• Collaborate with clients across sectors and contribute to BD.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal abilities

Ability to work collaboratively

Proactive mindset

Education

2:1 undergraduate degree

Tools

Tribunal litigation experience

Job description

Associate - Employment - Bristol - 4+ Years PQE

Location: Bristol

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with some hybrid flexibility)

Salary: £65,000 to £85,000

A respected national law firm is seeking an Employment Associate with 4+ years' PQE to join its growing Employment team in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive, ambitious and nationally recognised practice, handling a broad mix of contentious and non contentious employment work.

The Role

You'll be responsible for managing a varied caseload of employment matters, including:

• Employment tribunal litigation and advocacy preparation
• Advising employer clients on HR issues including disciplinary, grievance and redundancy
• Drafting contracts, policies, handbooks and settlement agreements
• Supporting corporate transactions with employment related due diligence
• Advising on employment related data protection matters
• Working with clients across retail & consumer, charity, developer, energy and infrastructure sectors
• Supporting business development, seminars and networking
• Maintaining high professional standards and compliance

Candidate Requirements

• 4+ years' PQE in employment law
• A minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence managing tribunal matters independently
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Motivation, organisation and a proactive mindset
• Interest in business development and contributing to team growth
• Ability to work collaboratively across a national team

Benefits

The firm offers:

• A supportive and intellectually stimulating work environment
• Clear career progression pathways
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working arrangements where possible
• Strong investment in learning and development

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: [e-mail]

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*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*