Knowledge Lawyer - Employment - Bristol - 5+ Years PQE
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time or Part-time (with hybrid flexibility)
Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 (dependent on experience)
A highly regarded law firm is seeking a Knowledge Lawyer to join its Employment team in Bristol. This role would suit an England & Wales qualified lawyer already in a knowledge/professional support role, or a fee‑earner looking to transition into a support‑focused position.
The Role
* Creating and maintaining precedents, collating and annotating external resources
* Designing and delivering internal training programmes for trainees, junior lawyers, and practice updates
* Creating and, where appropriate, delivering training to clients
* Monitoring legal developments and updating fee earners on their impact
* Handling complex legal queries from fee earners
* Ensuring knowledge materials are captured, updated, and promoted within the firm's database
* Collaborating with business services teams to optimise accessibility of resources
* Identifying risks and working with the Risk team to minimise them
* Driving efficiencies through process optimisation, project management, or technology
* Writing or contributing to legal insights, articles, and tender responses
* Liaising with other Knowledge Lawyers across the firm to enhance knowledge systems
* Supporting and mentoring trainees in developing research and knowledge application skills
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:
* At least 5 years' PQE in employment law
* Strong legal drafting skills and attention to detail
* Ability to digest, analyse and communicate complex legal and industry information clearly
* Confidence working independently and collaboratively within a team
* Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
* Self‑motivation with a strong client‑focused approach
* Familiarity with tools and technology to support project delivery
Benefits
* Competitive salary with annual pay review
* 25 days holiday (rising to 30 with length of service)
* Private medical insurance
* Flexible benefits scheme tailored to individual needs
* Hybrid working and flexibility to support work/life balance
* Supportive and collaborative culture with clear career progression pathways
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.
*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.*
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