Solicitor – Employment Law – Hybrid/ Remote- Bristol – PQE 2+

Job description

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.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leigh

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

04-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English