Director / Partner – Employment Law – Bristol
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (flexible/hybrid working)
Salary: £95,000 to £120,000 (depending on experience, following and seniority)

A leading national employment practice is seeking a Director or Partner level Employment Lawyer to join its expanding Bristol team. With over 45 employment specialists nationally and significant growth in recent years, this is an excellent opportunity for a senior employment lawyer with a strong network or following to play a key role in shaping the team’s future strategy and continued expansion.

The Role
You will join a highly ranked, nationally recognised employment team providing specialist advice to a wide range of clients, including PLCs, SMEs, senior executives and professionals. Work will include:

• Advising on disciplinary and grievance matters
• Unfair dismissal and discrimination claims
• TUPE and workforce transfers
• Whistleblowing
• Redundancy and restructuring projects
• Strategic advisory work for senior leadership teams and boards
• Supporting and mentoring colleagues across the national team
• Leading business development initiatives and contributing to team strategy
• Helping drive continued growth within the Bristol office

The team benefits from a dedicated Professional Skills Employment Lawyer and in house Counsel, supporting technical excellence, training and complex advisory work.

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a senior employment lawyer who can demonstrate:

• Director or Partner level experience within a reputable employment practice
• A strong client following or established referral network
• Excellent technical knowledge across the full spectrum of employment law
• Experience advising both employers and senior executives
• A commercial, pragmatic approach to client service
• Strong leadership qualities and the ability to contribute to team growth
• Interest in business development and shaping long term strategy
• Commitment to collaborative working and supporting a national team

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative culture
• Access to cutting edge legal technology
• A nationally recognised, award winning employment team
• Inclusive culture with strong diversity credentials
• Professional development support and clear progression pathways

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

Olivia Reed
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761