Employment Senior/Managing Associate - Bristol

Chadwick Nott - South West and South Wales; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in Bristol is seeking a Senior/Managing Associate for an employment law role. Join a recognized team and manage both contentious and non-contentious matters while playing a key role in client business development. Competitive salary with options for full-time or part-time work, and a culture that values ambition and innovation.

Benefits

Genuine flexibility

Clear path for career progression

Qualifications

• Solid employment law experience from a leading commercial firm.
• Proven track record across advisory, litigation and transactional support.
• Commercially minded, solutions-led attitude with client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Handle a mix of contentious and non-contentious matters.
• Involve in tribunal litigation, strategic advisory, and corporate support.
• Play a key role in business development for client relationships.

Skills

Employment law experience

Advisory expertise

Litigation support

Transactional support

Client engagement

Job description

Employment Senior/Managing Associate - Bristol

Top 100 UK law firm

Looking for a senior-level employment role with real impact? This is a standout opportunity for an experienced solicitor to join a nationally recognised team advising major clients across retail, energy, infrastructure, private equity and development.

You’ll handle a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious matters including tribunal litigation, strategic advisory, TUPE, restructuring and corporate support. The team operates across multiple offices with a collaborative ethos and strong sector focus.

You’ll also play a key role in business development, helping to deepen client relationships and win new work across target sectors. The firm offers genuine flexibility, a progressive culture, and a clear path for career progression.

Candidate requirements:

• Solid employment law experience from a leading commercial firm
• Proven track record across advisory, litigation and transactional support
• Commercially minded, solutions‑led and confident engaging with clients

My client is a heavyweight regional firm with a Chambers-rated employment team. Expect high-quality work, autonomy, and a culture that values ambition, innovation and individual growth.

Applications are encouraged from those seeking full-time or part-time hours. The role is being hired at senior level, with scope to appoint at either Senior or Managing Associate depending on experience.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

t 0117 917 1929

m 07435 943574

e [e-mail]

*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.*