Overview
Director / Partner – Employment Law – Bristol
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (flexible/hybrid working)
Salary: £95,000 to £120,000 (depending on experience, following and seniority)
A leading national employment practice is seeking a Director or Partner level Employment Lawyer to join its expanding Bristol team. With over 45 employment specialists nationally and significant growth in recent years, this is an excellent opportunity for a senior employment lawyer with a strong network or following to play a key role in shaping the team’s future strategy and continued expansion.
The Role
You will join a highly ranked, nationally recognised employment team providing specialist advice to a wide range of clients, including PLCs, SMEs, senior executives and professionals. Work will include:
- Advising on disciplinary and grievance matters
- Unfair dismissal and discrimination claims
- TUPE and workforce transfers
- Whistleblowing
- Redundancy and restructuring projects
- Strategic advisory work for senior leadership teams and boards
- Supporting and mentoring colleagues across the national team
- Leading business development initiatives and contributing to team strategy
- Helping drive continued growth within the Bristol office
The team benefits from a dedicated Professional Skills Employment Lawyer and in house Counsel, supporting technical excellence, training and complex advisory work.
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a senior employment lawyer who can demonstrate:
- Director or Partner level experience within a reputable employment practice
- A strong client following or established referral network
- Excellent technical knowledge across the full spectrum of employment law
- Experience advising both employers and senior executives
- A commercial, pragmatic approach to client service
- Strong leadership qualities and the ability to contribute to team growth
- Interest in business development and shaping long term strategy
- Commitment to collaborative working and supporting a national team
Benefits
The firm offers:
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative culture
- Access to cutting edge legal technology
- A nationally recognised, award winning employment team
- Inclusive culture with strong diversity credentials
- Professional development support and clear progression pathways
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:
Olivia Reed
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
*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.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £95000 – £120000 per annum
Location: Bristol, Bristol
