Employment Solicitor - 1-4 PQE - Bristol

Location: Bristol office (Hybrid)
Hours: Full time
Salary: £50,000 to £75,000
PQE: 1-4 years

Chadwick Nott are pleased to be working with a leading national law firm currently seeking an Employment Solicitor to join their established Bristol-based team. This is a permanent opportunity offering high-quality work, a strong client base, and excellent career development within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

The Role
You will manage a varied caseload of employment law matters, supporting clients primarily in the health and care sectors. Responsibilities include:

• Advising on employee relations, disciplinary and grievance processes
• Conducting and supporting Employment Tribunal litigation
• Drafting and reviewing contracts, policies, and procedures
• Advising on TUPE and employment aspects of commercial transactions
• Delivering client training and contributing to business development
• Collaborating with colleagues across practice areas

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified Solicitor with:

• 1-4 years' PQE in employment law
• Experience in both contentious and non-contentious matters
• Ideally, exposure to health and care sector clients
• Strong technical knowledge and case management skills
• Excellent communication and client relationship abilities
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
• A collaborative and team-oriented mindset

Working Arrangements

• This is a full-time role based in the Bristol office. A flexible hybrid working model is available, allowing for a blend of office and remote work tailored to client and team needs.

Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, the firm offers:

• Clear career progression and development pathways
• Private medical insurance and health assessments
• Generous pension scheme and life assurance
• Minimum 25 days holiday (plus option to buy 5 more)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to wellbeing initiatives and employee networks

If you would like a confidential conversation about this opportunity, or are exploring your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed
oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
0117 917 1515
07711 799761
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Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.

*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.*