Employment Associate - Bristol / Remote (Permanent Opportunity)

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday plus options to buy more

Company pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Access to Employee Discounts Hub

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A progressive law firm in the UK is seeking an Employment Associate to join their high-performing Employment Law team. The position allows for both full-time and part-time hours, with hybrid or fully remote options available. The successful candidate will manage a mix of contentious and non-contentious tasks, ensuring high-quality case handling while leveraging strong communication skills. Benefits include 26 days holiday, a company pension scheme, and extensive career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in both contentious and non contentious employment work.
• Strong working knowledge of employment law and tribunal procedures.
• Ability to meet deadlines, KPIs and SLAs.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload from initial instruction to conclusion.
• Advise on settlement agreements and draft employment contracts.
• Handle contentious and non contentious employment matters.

Skills

Strong experience in Employment Litigation

Excellent written communication skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Proactive approach to managing caseload

Ability to work under pressure

Strong client care skills

Job description

Employment Associate - Bristol or Remote (Permanent Opportunity)

Location: Bristol - Hybrid or Fully Remote
Type of Role: Permanent - Full time or Part time
Working Pattern: Hybrid or fully remote for candidates outside the area
Salary: £40,000 to £60,000, depending on experience and level

A growing and forward thinking law firm is seeking an Employment Associate to join its friendly, high performing Employment Law team. The firm operates as a law firm with an in house feel, collaborative, commercially minded and closely connected to the clients it supports. This is an exciting period of positive change and sustained growth, with a strong pipeline of high quality work.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, experienced team with exceptional leadership and genuine commitment to professional development.

The Team

The Employment Law team handles the full spectrum of employment matters, including:

• Advising employees on unfair dismissal, unpaid wages and discrimination claims
• Defending employers in whistleblowing, discrimination and complex tribunal matters
• Managing both contentious and non contentious employment work
• Providing HR advisory services, including drafting contracts, policies and handbooks
• Supporting businesses through employment law compliance and best practice guidance

The Role

As an Employment Associate, you will manage a varied caseload from initial instruction through to conclusion. Work will include:

• Advising on settlement agreements
• Drafting and negotiating settlement terms
• Drafting employment contracts, handbooks and workplace policies
• Handling contentious and non contentious employment matters
• Providing clear, practical advice to both employees and employers
• Ensuring efficient, high quality case handling in line with regulatory and internal processes

About You

The firm is keen to hear from candidates with strong experience in Employment Litigation who can demonstrate:

• Previous experience in both contentious and non contentious employment work (essential)
• Strong working knowledge of employment law and tribunal procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, organised approach to managing your caseload
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, KPIs and SLAs
• Strong client care skills and a collaborative working style
• Understanding of the SRA Code of Conduct
• Interest in business development (desirable)

Working Pattern & Flexibility

The firm offers genuine flexibility and supports a healthy work life balance:

• Full time or part time hours
• Hybrid working (minimum 2 days per week in Bristol or Bedwas if commutable)
• Fully remote considered for candidates outside a reasonable commuting distance

Flexible working arrangements

What's on Offer

You can expect a supportive environment that encourages independent thinking, ownership of work and professional growth. Benefits include:

• 26 days holiday (with option to buy up to 5 additional days)
• Company pension scheme (with enhanced contribution options)
• Group Income Protection
• Group Legal Protection
• European Motor Assistance
• Home Emergency Assistance
• Health Cash Plan
• Access to an Employee Discounts Hub (including discounted gym memberships)
• Option to join the Sports & Social Club
• Excellent career development pathways, including:
  • Internal training contracts
  • SQE or CILEX qualification routes
  • Ongoing professional development and mentoring

About the Firm

The firm is committed to making high quality legal services accessible and affordable. It supports individuals and businesses across areas including:

• Employment
• Personal Injury
• Litigation & Dispute Management
• Business & Commercial

You will be joining an organisation with an inclusive, energetic culture that blends the professionalism of private practice with the collaborative, integrated feel of an in house legal team.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential discussion about your next move, please contact:

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

*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.*