Job Description
Employment Solicitor - Legal 500Salary: £40-65,000 DOE and PQELocation: Bristol - Hybrid
OVERVIEWThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established Legal 500 firm in Bristol as an Employment Solicitor. The position offers a challenging and rewarding environment for professionals passionate about employment law. While the focus is on expense insurer files, the role also provides opportunities to engage in non-contentious work.
RESPONSIBILITIES Advising clients on potential Employment Tribunal claims Running a case load of Employment Tribunal claims, including drafting pleadings, drafting witness statements, negotiating settlements and advising on settlement agreements, and instructing counsel or advocates as necessary Complying with insurer service level agreements Supporting the employment team with non-contentious work, including provision of contractual documentation, handbooks and other employment documentation, together with provision of reactive and proactive employment advice to commercial clients, including telephone advice
* Participating in marketing initiatives, including writing updates on employment law and providing training sessions to clients
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Qualified solicitor, Barrister or chartered Legal Executive. NQ+ Experience handling own caseload within employment law
* Ability to take full responsibility for cases and strategy (subject to supervisory and group support)
BENEFITS 25 days holiday, increasing with years service at the firm + bank holiday. Hybrid and flexible working - Work life balance Health-care plan, online GP, Gym memberships and mental heath well being access, discounted life insurance and other services discounted. Competitive holiday allowance Pension scheme Life assurance Relaxed, collaborative working environment with regular social events Bonus for every new client you bring on board* Professional development plans and support