Knowledge Lawyer - Employment - Bristol - 5+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Bristol is seeking a Knowledge Lawyer for its Employment team. This role is ideal for an experienced solicitor with over 5 years of PQE in employment law, focusing on training, resource management, and legal development. Responsibilities include creating legal precedents and delivering training to both internal staff and clients. The firm offers competitive pay, good holiday benefits, and a supportive work environment with hybrid flexibility.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual pay review

25 days holiday increasing with service

Private medical insurance

Flexible benefits scheme

Supportive and collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with at least 5 years' PQE in employment law.
• Self-motivated with a strong client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain legal precedents and resources.
• Design and deliver training programs for staff and clients.
• Monitor legal developments and advise on their impacts.
• Support and mentor trainees in research skills.

Skills

Strong legal drafting skills

Ability to digest, analyse and communicate complex information

Excellent interpersonal skills

Familiarity with tools and technology

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Knowledge Lawyer - Employment - Bristol - 5+ Years PQE

Location: Bristol

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time or Part-time (with hybrid flexibility)

Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 (dependent on experience)

A highly regarded law firm is seeking a Knowledge Lawyer to join its Employment team in Bristol. This role would suit an England & Wales qualified lawyer already in a knowledge/professional support role, or a fee‑earner looking to transition into a support‑focused position.

The Role

• Creating and maintaining precedents, collating and annotating external resources
• Designing and delivering internal training programmes for trainees, junior lawyers, and practice updates
• Creating and, where appropriate, delivering training to clients
• Monitoring legal developments and updating fee earners on their impact
• Handling complex legal queries from fee earners
• Ensuring knowledge materials are captured, updated, and promoted within the firm's database
• Collaborating with business services teams to optimise accessibility of resources
• Identifying risks and working with the Risk team to minimise them
• Driving efficiencies through process optimisation, project management, or technology
• Writing or contributing to legal insights, articles, and tender responses
• Liaising with other Knowledge Lawyers across the firm to enhance knowledge systems
• Supporting and mentoring trainees in developing research and knowledge application skills

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• At least 5 years' PQE in employment law
• Strong legal drafting skills and attention to detail
• Ability to digest, analyse and communicate complex legal and industry information clearly
• Confidence working independently and collaboratively within a team
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Self‑motivation with a strong client‑focused approach
• Familiarity with tools and technology to support project delivery

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual pay review
• 25 days holiday (rising to 30 with length of service)
• Private medical insurance
• Flexible benefits scheme tailored to individual needs
• Hybrid working and flexibility to support work/life balance
• Supportive and collaborative culture with clear career progression pathways

How to Apply

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

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

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably 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.*