Director / Partner - Employment Law - Bristol

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Collaborative culture

Professional development support

Job summary

A reputable law firm is seeking a Senior Employment Lawyer for a Director/Partner role in Bristol. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience within a leading employment practice, demonstrating a robust client network and excellent technical knowledge of employment law. Responsibilities include advising on complex legal matters, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to the firm's business development strategy. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Director or Partner level experience within a reputable employment practice.
• Strong client following or established referral network.
• Excellent technical knowledge across the full spectrum of employment law.

Responsibilities

• Advise on disciplinary and grievance matters.
• Handle unfair dismissal and discrimination claims.
• Support and mentor colleagues across the national team.

Skills

Client following

Technical knowledge in employment law

Leadership qualities

Business development

Collaboration

Job description

Overview

Director / Partner - Employment Law - Bristol
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (flexible/hybrid working)
Salary: £95,000 to £120,000 (depending on experience, following and seniority)

The Role

You will join a highly ranked, nationally recognised employment team providing specialist advice to a wide range of clients, including PLCs, SMEs, senior executives and professionals. Work will include:

• Advising on disciplinary and grievance matters
• Unfair dismissal and discrimination claims
• TUPE and workforce transfers
• Whistleblowing
• Redundancy and restructuring projects
• Strategic advisory work for senior leadership teams and boards
• Supporting and mentoring colleagues across the national team
• Leading business development initiatives and contributing to team strategy
• Helping drive continued growth within the Bristol office

The team benefits from a dedicated Professional Skills Employment Lawyer and in house Counsel, supporting technical excellence, training and complex advisory work.

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a senior employment lawyer who can demonstrate:

• Director or Partner level experience within a reputable employment practice
• A strong client following or established referral network
• Excellent technical knowledge across the full spectrum of employment law
• Experience advising both employers and senior executives
• A commercial, pragmatic approach to client service
• Strong leadership qualities and the ability to contribute to team growth
• Interest in business development and shaping long term strategy
• Commitment to collaborative working and supporting a national team

Benefits

The firm offers:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative culture
• Access to cutting edge legal technology
• A nationally recognised, award winning employment team
• Inclusive culture with strong diversity credentials
• Professional development support and clear progression pathways

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

Olivia Reed
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any 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.