Employment Associate (4+ PQE)

Reference: HSJ _ Employment Associate (4+ PQE) - BristolAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Employment Associate to join a highly regarded Employment & HR team based in Bristol.This is a varied role offering exposure to a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment work where you will advise a diverse portfolio of employer clients, ranging from SMEs to larger national businesses.Working as part of a well-established national team, you will handle:Employment Tribunal litigation from initial instruction through to final hearingComplex and high-value employment disputesDay-to-day HR and employment law advisory workDisciplinary, grievance and performance management mattersRedundancy and restructuring projectsDiscrimination and employee relations issuesDrafting and reviewing contracts of employment, policies and staff handbooksSettlement agreements and exit negotiationsEmployment-related data protection mattersCorporate support and transactional employment work where requiredCandidate RequirementsWe are keen to hear from qualified Solicitors with at least 4 years' PQE gained within a recognised employment practice.You will ideally have:Strong experience advising employer clients across a broad spectrum of employment law mattersExperience managing Employment Tribunal claims from inception to conclusionConfidence handling disclosure exercises, witness statements and case preparationExcellent technical knowledge across contentious and advisory employment law workExperience drafting contracts, policies, handbooks and settlement agreementsStrong drafting, communication and relationship-building skillsProven ability to manage your own caseload effectivelyAn interest in business development and growing client relationshipsExperience supporting corporate transactions and business transfers would be advantageous but is not essential.Why Join?You'll be joining a well-established national law firm with a strong reputation in the UK legal market and recognised by The Legal 500 across multiple practice areas. The firm combines the quality of work and client base associated with larger national firms with a genuinely supportive and people-focused culture.In return, you can expect:High-quality and intellectually stimulating workA supportive and collaborative national teamGenuine opportunities for career progression and professional developmentStrong levels of client exposure and responsibilityHybrid and flexible working arrangementsA competitive salary and comprehensive benefits packageA culture that values individuality, wellbeing and work-life balanceThis is an excellent opportunity for an Employment Solicitor looking to take the next step in their career within a respected national practice that is committed to developing its people and investing in long-term success.For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.(t) (m) (e) *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.*

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