Employment Associate / Senior Associate - Bristol - 4+ PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in Bristol seeks an Employment Associate/Senior Associate to manage a diverse caseload. The role involves advising on employment matters, including restructures and litigation, while supervising junior colleagues. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with 4+ years PQE in employment law and possess strong drafting and interpersonal skills. Benefits include a minimum of 25 days holiday, a discretionary bonus scheme, and flexible working. This position offers clear pathways for career progression.

Benefits

Minimum 25 days holiday (plus option to buy 5 more)

Discretionary bonus scheme

Generous pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 4+ years PQE in employment law.
• Broad employment experience across key markets.
• Experience in managing complex matters independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of employment matters.
• Advise on restructures and redundancy processes.
• Handle employee relations issues, including negotiations.
• Supervise and mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Strong technical and drafting skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Attention to detail and accuracy

Motivation, organization, and proactive mindset

Client relationship management

Education

Qualified solicitor

4+ years PQE in employment law

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)

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. Key responsibilities include:

• 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

• 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, 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.