Overview
As an Education Solicitor at a UK Top 50 firm, you will advise schools and higher education institutions on education law and related employment matters. You will work closely with a leading partner and engage directly with clients on high-profile, sensitive issues, including student discipline, Equality Act matters, and workplace disputes. The role combines legal expertise with interpersonal advisory work, offering senior-level scope and development within a growing practice. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive, collaborative environment.
Pay / Benefits
- competitive salary: 80k-100k (dependent on experience)
- benefits package
- close partner collaboration
- direct client engagement
Responsibilities
- Advise education and charity sector clients on a broad range of education law issues
- Manage employment matters including workplace disputes, restructures, and senior appointments/departures
- Handle student complaints, disciplinary proceedings, harassment, and fitness to study issues
- Assist with data protection matters and subject access requests where applicable
- Engage directly with clients and collaborate with partners to develop the practice
- Contribute to the growth and development of the education law practice
Key requirements
- 5+ PQE as a solicitor
- Strong background in education law
- Employment law experience is advantageous
- Experience advising schools, academies, colleges or universities
- Ability to manage complex, high-profile matters
- UK-qualified solicitor
- ambitious
- client-focused
- strong communication
- education law
- employment law
- data protection
Education Solicitor employer: Chadwick Nott
As a leading international law firm based in Bristol, we pride ourselves on offering an exceptional work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Associate Directors in Financial Services Regulation benefit from exposure to high-quality, complex international work, alongside opportunities for career progression within a supportive team. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we ensure that all employees are valued and empowered to thrive in their roles.
