Solicitor – Employment Law – Bristol – PQE 2+

Location: Bristol (Hybrid, Fully Remote, or Flexible Working Options)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time or Part-time

Salary: £40,000 to £55,000

A well‑established national law firm is seeking a Solicitor or FCILEx lawyer with a strong interest in Employment Law to join its busy and supportive Employment team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to manage a varied caseload, contribute to both contentious and non‑contentious work, and develop your career within a collaborative environment that places a high value on flexibility and work–life balance.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing a caseload of employment matters, primarily for legal expense insurer clients, including:

• Advising on potential Employment Tribunal claims

• Running Tribunal cases, including drafting pleadings and witness statements

• Negotiating settlements and advising on settlement agreements

• Instructing counsel or advocates where required

• Working in line with insurer service level agreements

• Supporting non‑contentious work such as drafting contracts, handbooks and employment documentation

• Providing reactive and proactive advice to commercial clients, including telephone advice

• Contributing to marketing initiatives, including legal updates and client training

• Progressing files using the firm’s case management system

• Managing billing and invoicing

There may also be opportunities to supervise junior case handlers.

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified lawyer with:

• Qualification as a Solicitor or FCILEx, or equivalent experience with a desire to qualify

• A genuine passion for employment law

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Excellent communication and time‑management skills

• Confidence in taking responsibility for cases and strategy (with supervisory support)

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively

• A positive, proactive approach

• Previous experience or knowledge of Employment Law

• Experience managing a caseload

Benefits

The firm offers:

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid or fully remote options

• Excellent annual leave and wellbeing benefits

• Health Cash Plan and lifestyle perks, including gym benefits

• Work‑life balance and “Dress for Your Day” culture

• Recognition and referral schemes

• Clear development pathways and routes to qualification

• A strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and sustainability

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk

Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.