Reference: ORJ _ Employment Solicitor - Associate / Senior Associate - BristolLocation: Bristol (Hybrid)Type of Role: Permanent, Full-timeSalary: 65,000 to 85,000 (dependent on experience)A leading UK practice is seeking an Employment Solicitor to join its highly regarded Employment Team in Bristol. This is a strategic appointment within a large, well established national team advising employers, HR professionals and senior executives across a broad range of contentious and non contentious matters.The team forms part of the wider Corporate Division and is known for delivering technically excellent, commercially focused advice to major public and private sector clients. With a strong national footprint and a collaborative culture, this is an excellent opportunity for an Associate (3-6 PQE) or Senior Associate (6+ PQE) looking to develop within a high performing employment practice.The RoleYou will advise on a wide range of employment matters, including:Employment support on corporate transactions (M&A, TUPE, outsourcing, reorganisations)Advising large employer clients on day to day HR and workforce management issuesManaging Employment Tribunal litigation (unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing, breach of contract)Advising on workplace investigations, grievances, disciplinary matters and misconduct allegationsDesigning and advising on whistleblowing procedures, investigations and governance issuesAdvising on capability, performance management, restructuring and redundancy processesActing for senior executives on recruitment, service agreements, remuneration, exits and boardroom disputesDrafting and negotiating employment contracts, executive service agreements, bonus arrangements and workplace policiesAdvising on restrictive covenants, confidentiality obligations, team moves and protection of business interestsAdvising multinational organisations on cross border employment issues and global workforce projectsConducting settlement negotiations and drafting settlement agreementsYou will also support the wider team with client training, business development and strategic projects.Candidate RequirementsThis role is suited to an Associate or Senior Associate with:3-6 years' PQE (Associate) or 6+ years' PQE (Senior Associate)Strong technical employment law experience across contentious and non contentious mattersExcellent drafting skills and strong commercial judgementAbility to deliver high quality client service with minimal supervisionStrong communication skills and a proactive, collaborative approachAbility to manage time, billing and workload efficientlyConfidence supporting business development, networking and client relationship buildingStrong attention to detail and commitment to professional integrityCompetence using Microsoft Office, case management and time recording systemsHybrid Working & FlexibilityThe firm operates a hybrid model with Flexible, agile and part time working arrangements will be considered.Benefits30 days holiday (FTE) plus
Hiring: Employment Senior Associate in Bristol employer: Chadwick Nott
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