Employment Associate / Senior Associate - Bristol - 4+ PQE

Chadwick Nott - South West and South Wales; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected national law firm is seeking an Employment Associate or Senior Associate with over 4 years PQE to join its Employment, Pensions & Immigration team in Bristol. This role involves managing diverse caseloads, advising on complex employment matters, and supporting clients across multiple sectors. The firm offers a collaborative environment, generous benefits including 25+ days of holiday, a discretionary bonus, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Minimum 25 days holiday

Discretionary bonus scheme

Generous pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Career progression pathways

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 4+ years PQE in employment law.
• Broad employment experience across key markets.
• Motivated, organized, and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload across multiple sectors.
• Advise on restructures and redundancy processes.
• Handle employee relations issues including settlement negotiations.
• Manage complex litigation and advocacy work.
• Draft and review employment policies.

Skills

4+ years PQE in employment law

Strong technical and drafting skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Confidence in managing complex matters independently

High attention to detail and accuracy

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Employment Associate / Senior Associate - Bristol - 4+ Years PQE

Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)
Salary: £60,000 to £85,000 (depending on experience)

A respected national law firm is seeking an Employment Associate or Senior Associate (4+ PQE) to join its highly regarded Employment, Pensions & Immigration team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative, high‑performing environment with exposure to complex and varied employment law matters across multiple sectors.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing a diverse caseload and supporting clients across sectors including local and central government, health, commercial services, housing, higher education, and financial services.

• Managing contentious and non‑contentious employment matters
• Advising on restructures and redundancy processes
• Handling employee relations issues, including settlement negotiations
• Managing complex litigation and advocacy work
• Advising on TUPE, including drafting/negotiating warranties and indemnities
• Supporting corporate and commercial transactions with employment due diligence
• Drafting and reviewing employment policies
• Delivering training and contributing to business development
• Supervising and mentoring junior colleagues

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 4+ years PQE in employment law
• Broad employment experience across one or more of the firm’s key markets
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing complex matters independently and as part of a team
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Motivation, organisation, and a proactive mindset
• Experience in client relationship management and business development

Benefits

The firm offers:

• Minimum 25 days holiday (plus option to buy 5 more)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Generous pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Biennial health assessment
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Clear career progression pathways
• A supportive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply

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

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

This employer is an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*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, 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.*