Employment Solicitor

William James Recruitment; West of England; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid and flexible working

Company pension

Ongoing training and development

Supportive working environment

Accessible public transport

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking an Employment Associate based in Bristol, offering a salary of up to £80,000 plus a 25% bonus. This position provides a significant opportunity to work on various employment matters, including complex whistleblowing and discrimination cases. Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years of post-qualification experience, possess excellent time management skills, and be capable of maintaining client relationships. The role supports hybrid and flexible working and emphasizes ongoing training and development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in employment law.
• Experience with tribunal claims and contentious matters.
• Excellent time management and practical advice skills.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and manage a varied workload involving complex employment matters.
• Undertake whistleblowing, discrimination, and breach of contract litigations.

Skills

Employment solicitor with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience

Experience acting on tribunal claims

High level of commerciality

Excellent time management

Ability to maintain professional client relationships

Job description

Employment Associate - Up to £80,000 salary + 25% Bonus

This firm is a growing Bristol‑based employment practice, advising an impressive list of clients within financial services, healthcare, and commercial sectors.

Recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners as one of the best law firms in the South‑West in various practice areas, this is an excellent opportunity to play a meaningful role in a growing practice, with longstanding relationships on an international scale.

You will undertake a varied workload of employment matters, involving complex whistleblowing, discrimination and breach of contract litigation.

The Candidate

• Employment solicitor with at least 2 years of post‑qualification experience
• Must have experience acting on tribunal claims and other contentious 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 quality practice

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary up to £80,000
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Company pension
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive working environment
• Accessible to public transport (transport links to both train and bus routes)