Employment Associate - Plymouth - Hybrid Working

Reference: HSJ921959090P_1794314098Employment Associate - Plymouth - Hybrid WorkingA highly respected UK law firm is seeking an Employment Associate to join its growing Plymouth office. With a strong national footprint and rankings in both Legal 500 and Chambers, the firm is recognised for delivering commercially focused legal advice to a broad range of clients, from entrepreneurial businesses and charities through to major national organisations.The Employment team has an excellent reputation across the South West and beyond, acting for clients on complex employment matters while providing pragmatic, strategic guidance that helps businesses achieve their objectives. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative team with ambitious growth plans and a reputation for excellence.The RoleJoining a busy and successful Employment practice, you will advise clients across a varied caseload spanning both contentious and non-contentious matters.Your work will include:Managing and supporting Employment Tribunal proceedingsAdvising employers on day-to-day HR and workplace issuesAssisting clients with disciplinaries, grievances, restructures, redundancies and dismissalsProviding strategic employment law advice on business-critical projectsWorking with clients across sectors including retail & consumer, charities, development, energy and infrastructureDelivering client training and legal updatesDeveloping strong client relationships and becoming a trusted adviserContributing to marketing, networking and wider business development activitiesCollaborating with colleagues across the firm's wider offices and sector teamsThis position offers a genuine platform to take ownership of matters while benefiting from the support of an experienced and highly regarded team.Candidate RequirementsThe ideal candidate will demonstrate:Qualification as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal ExecutiveA solid grounding in employment law gained within private practiceExperience handling both advisory and Employment Tribunal mattersStrong technical ability coupled with commercial awarenessA practical, client-focused approach to delivering adviceExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsWhy Join?Become part of a nationally recognised employment practiceWork alongside leading employment specialists on high-quality and complex mattersAdvise an impressive portfolio of regional, national and household-name clientsEnjoy significant client contact and responsibility from day oneAccess clear progression opportunities within an ambitious and expanding firmBenefit from flexible and hybrid working arrangementsCompetitive salary, bonus potential and an attractive benefits packageEnhanced family-friendly benefits, private healthcare and wellbeing initiativesFor more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.(t) 0117 917 1929(m) 07435 943574*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, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*