Associate / Senior Associate – Employment – Bristol

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Employment Solicitor to join the Bristol office of a highly regarded UK Top 50 law firm, recognised in both the Legal 500 and Chambers for the quality of its work and strength of expertise.

Joining a well-established and growing Employment team, you'll advise a broad range of employers, HR professionals, senior executives and organisations across both the public and private sectors. Working alongside experienced employment specialists, you'll gain exposure to a varied mix of contentious and non-contentious matters, supporting clients on both day-to-day employment issues and strategic workforce projects.

Your work will include:

• Advising on the employment aspects of mergers, acquisitions, TUPE transfers, outsourcing arrangements and business reorganisations
• Supporting large employer clients with operational HR matters and strategic people-related projects
• Managing Employment Tribunal claims, including unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing and breach of contract matters
• Conducting and advising on workplace investigations, disciplinary issues, grievances and misconduct allegations
• Advising on restructuring, redundancy, capability and performance management processes
• Supporting senior executives on appointments, remuneration arrangements, service agreements, exits and boardroom disputes
• Drafting and negotiating employment contracts, executive service agreements, policies, bonus schemes and incentive arrangements
• Advising on restrictive covenants, confidentiality obligations and the protection of business interests
• Supporting multinational organisations on international employment law matters and cross-border workforce projects
• Negotiating settlements and preparing settlement agreements on behalf of employer clients

This is a role that offers genuine variety, direct client exposure and the opportunity to become a trusted adviser to a sophisticated client base.

Candidate Requirements
We're keen to hear from Employment Solicitors who are looking to take the next step in their career within a high-performing and supportive team.

You'll ideally have:

• Around 3+ years' PQE in employment law
• Experience gained within a reputable regional, national or City practice
• Strong technical knowledge across both contentious and non-contentious employment matters
• Excellent drafting, communication and analytical skills
• Commercial awareness and the ability to deliver pragmatic, business-focused advice
• Experience managing client relationships and handling matters with increasing autonomy
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• An interest in networking, business development and building your professional profile

Why Join?
This is an opportunity to join a market-leading Employment team within a nationally recognised Top 50 law firm that continues to invest in growth, talent and long-term career development.

You'll benefit from:

• High-quality work with a diverse client base including major employers, public sector organisations, high-growth businesses and senior executives
• Exposure to the full spectrum of employment law, from complex tribunal litigation through to strategic advisory and corporate support work
• A collaborative and approachable team culture
• Clear progression opportunities supported by a structured career framework
• The opportunity to build your market profile through networking, client engagement and business development initiatives
• A modern hybrid working model that offers flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration

Alongside challenging and rewarding work, you'll enjoy a competitive benefits package including 30 days' holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, bonus opportunities, enhanced family leave, pension contributions, wellbeing initiatives and a range of additional lifestyle benefits.

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

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk