At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage diverse employment cases and advise clients on HR issues.
- Company: Respected national law firm with a supportive and ambitious culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, clear career progression, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on learning and development.
- Why this job: Join a nationally recognised practice and make a real impact in employment law.
- Qualifications: 4+ years' PQE in employment law and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 85000 £ per year.
A respected national law firm is seeking an Employment Associate with 4+ years' PQE to join its growing Employment team in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive, ambitious and nationally recognised practice, handling a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment work.
The Role
- Managing a varied caseload of employment matters, including:
- Employment tribunal litigation and advocacy preparation
- Advising employer clients on HR issues including disciplinary, grievance and redundancy
- Drafting contracts, policies, handbooks and settlement agreements
- Supporting corporate transactions with employment related due diligence
- Advising on employment related data protection matters
- Working with clients across retail & consumer, charity, developer, energy and infrastructure sectors
- Supporting business development, seminars and networking
- Maintaining high professional standards and compliance
Candidate Requirements
- 4+ years' PQE in employment law
- A minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree
- Strong technical and drafting skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Confidence managing tribunal matters independently
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Motivation, organisation and a proactive mindset
- Interest in business development and contributing to team growth
- Ability to work collaboratively across a national team
Benefits
- A supportive and intellectually stimulating work environment
- Clear career progression pathways
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Hybrid working arrangements where possible
- Strong investment in learning and development
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all 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, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.
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