Employment Associate Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing boutique practice in Bristol is seeking an Employment Solicitor to advise on both contentious and non-contentious matters for various clients, including SMEs and senior executives. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £80,000, 28 days annual leave, and a supportive team environment. This is a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully and take ownership of your work.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £80,000

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Ongoing Training and Development

Clear progression

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Proficient in both contentious and advisory employment matters.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with clients.
• A high level of commerciality with practical advice.

Responsibilities

• Advising on complex disputes, tribunal claims, and settlement negotiations.
• Supporting redundancy and restructuring exercises.
• Working on the employment aspects of corporate transactions.

Skills

Contentious employment matters

Advisory employment matters

Commercial awareness

Time management

Client relationship management

Education

3 - 6 years post-qualification experience

Job description

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An exciting opportunity has opened up for an Employment Solicitor to join a growing boutique practice in Bristol. You'll advise on contentious and non-contentious employment matters for a diverse and impressive client base, including SMEs, OMBs, and senior executives across a wide range of sectors.

What you'll be doing:

• Advising on complex disputes, tribunal claims, and settlement negotiations
• Supporting redundancy and restructuring exercises
• Working on the employment aspects of corporate transactions, including TUPE
• Collaborating closely with the Head of Employment to shape and grow the practice

This is a genuine opportunity to take ownership of your work and contribute to a firm that values expertise and long-term relationships.

The Candidate

• Employment Solicitor with at least 3 - 6 years post-qualification experience
• Proficient in both contentious and advisory employment matters
• A high level of commerciality, with excellent time management, and the ability to offer practical advice
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with clients
• Seeking a new challenge within a reputable boutique practice

The Benefits and How to Apply

• Competitive basic salary up to £80,000
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Clear progression and real responsibility from day one
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Supportive, close-knit team culture

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone. There is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Oliver Hines (Retained Consultant)