Associate – Employment Law (3-4 years of Employment litigation experience)
Location: Hybrid (Fully Remote or Office-Based in Bristol or South Wales)
Reed Legal are delighted to be representing our client, a leading and forward‑thinking organisation with a highly regarded Employment Team, in their search for an Associate to join their growing department.
About the Team
Our client’s Employment Team is a large, supportive, and collaborative department of over 40 legal professionals ranging from Paralegals to Senior Associates. They pride themselves on offering a positive working culture, strong supervision, and clear internal progression through a dedicated career pathway programme. Regular social events, a values‑driven approach, and a commitment to staff wellbeing contribute to a genuinely enjoyable team environment.
The Work
The Employment department handles the full spectrum of employment law matters, with a strong focus on litigation alongside some advisory work for both employers and employees. Daily caseloads typically include:
* Unfair dismissal
* Discrimination
* Whistleblowing
* HR advisory work (contracts, employee handbooks, general HR guidance)
* Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements
* Occasional advocacy where appropriate
You will gain substantial hands‑on responsibility across a wide variety of claims, with a strong emphasis on development, autonomy, and becoming an expert in employment litigation and negotiation.
About You
We welcome applications from candidates with experience in employment litigation who can demonstrate:
* Solid working knowledge of employment law and procedure
* Confidence managing your own caseload
* Excellent client care and communication skills
* 3-4 years of Employment litigation experience
If you have transferable experience and feel this role could be a strong fit, we would still love to hear from you.
Benefits
Our client offers an excellent package, including:
* 26 days’ holiday (plus option to buy 5 more)
* Company pension with enhanced contribution options
* Group Income Protection
* Group Legal Protection
* European Motor Assistance
* Home Emergency Assistance
* Salary sacrifice schemes (including Cycle to Work)
* Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including free eye tests
* Exclusive retail discounts and reduced gym memberships at 3,000+ locations
* Optional Sports & Social club with discounted events (theatre, wine tasting, trips, and more)
Interested?
If you are an Employment Associate looking for a supportive culture, real progression opportunities, and varied, hands‑on work, we would love to discuss this role with you.
Apply today or contact me for a confidential conversation.