Employment Associate Remote

Position: Employment Associate Remote (Permanent Opportunity)
Reference:  Associate
- Bristol or Remote (Permanent Opportunity)

Location:

Bristol
- Hybrid or Fully Remote Type of Role:
Permanent
- Full time or Part time Working Pattern:
Hybrid or fully remote for candidates outside the area Salary: 40,000 to 60,000, depending on experience and levelA growing and forward thinking law firm is seeking an Employment Associate to join its friendly, high performing Employment Law team. The firm operates as a law firm with an in house feel, collaborative, commercially minded and closely connected to the clients it supports.

This is an exciting period of positive change and sustained growth, with a strong pipeline of high quality work.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, experienced team with exceptional leadership and genuine commitment to professional development.

The Team The Employment Law team handles the full spectrum of employment matters, including:

Advising employees on unfair dismissal, unpaid wages and discrimination claims

Defending employers in whistleblowing, discrimination and complex tribunal matters

Managing both contentious and non contentious employment work Providing HR advisory services, including drafting contracts, policies and handbooks

Supporting businesses through employment law compliance and best practice guidance

The Role As an Employment Associate, you will manage a varied caseload from initial instruction through to conclusion. Work will include:

Advising on settlement agreements

Drafting and negotiating settlement terms

Drafting employment contracts, handbooks and workplace policies

Handling contentious and non contentious employment matters

Providing clear, practical advice to both employees and employers

Ensuring efficient, high quality case handling in line with regulatory and internal processes

About You The firm is keen to hear from candidates with strong experience in Employment Litigation who can demonstrate:

Previous experience in both contentious and non contentious employment work (essential)
Strong working knowledge of employment law and tribunal procedures

Excellent written and verbal communication skillsA proactive, organised approach to managing your caseload

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, KPIs and SLAsStrong client care skills and a collaborative working style

Understanding of the SRA Code of Conduct Interest in business development (desirable)
Working Pattern & Flexibility The firm offers genuine flexibility and supports a healthy work life balance:

Full time or part time hours

Hybrid working (minimum 2 days per week in Bristol or Bedwas if commutable)
Fully remote considered for candidates outside a reasonable commuting distance

Flexible working arrangements

What's on Offer You can expect a supportive environment that encourages independent thinking, ownership of work and professional growth. Benefits include:26 days holiday (with option to buy up to 5 additional days)
Company pension scheme (with enhanced contribution options)
Group Income Protection Group Legal Protection European Motor Assistance Home Emergency Assistance Health Cash Plan Access to an Employee Discounts Hub (including discounted gym memberships)
Option to join the Sports & Social Club Excellent career development pathways, including:

Internal training contractsSQE or CILEX qualification routes

Ongoing professional development and mentoring

About the Firm The firm is committed to making high quality legal services accessible and affordable. It supports individuals and businesses across areas including:

Employment Personal Injury Litigation & Dispute Management Business & Commercial You will be joining an organisation with an inclusive, energetic culture that blends the professionalism of private practice with the collaborative, integrated feel of an in house legal team.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential discussion about your next move, please contact:

Olivia Reed Email:
/ 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.*