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Location: Bristol, United Kingdom
Role Profile
"They have good customer service, are very bright people and provide expert advice." – Chambers & Partners
We are looking for an Associate to join our highly regarded Employment team in Bristol, where we are consistently ranked in the top tier by The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners for more than 20 years.
The Practice
The team provides a full service to clients in the UK and internationally, covering HR support and employment matters, employee disputes, advisory, employment litigation, corporate transactions, and working closely with our Incentives, Business Immigration, Pensions and Health & Safety practices. We advise on TUPE and general transactional matters both domestically and on international projects.
Exceptional Technological Support
The team collaborates with our dedicated Osborne Clarke Solutions team to harness legal tech and AI at the cutting edge.
International
With extensive experience in European international employment law, we represent truly international clients across nine other jurisdictions and offer cross‑border employment projects. Our lawyers can participate in our international secondment programme for additional growth.
Complex Work
We are well known for complex issues such as restructuring, restrictive covenants, reputational risk management and data privacy. Our sectors include financial services, telecoms, technology, recruitment, retail, media & advertising.
Clients
We work for leading clients such as Vodafone, Diageo, Ralph Lauren, Nomura, Hargreaves Lansdowne, PwC, Deckers, Motorola, Mamas & Papas, Air Canada, Western Power Distribution, Eurostar, United Airlines, Standard Chartered Bank, and more.
Learn More
https://www.osborneclarke.com/services/employment-and-pensions/
The Team
The Bristol team is comprised of 4 Partners, 2 Legal Directors, 2 Associate Directors, 2 Senior Associates, 5 Associates, 1 Trainee Solicitor and 1 Solicitor Apprentice.
Technical Skills & Experience
We require a strong academic record, training, commercial acumen and the ability to provide pragmatic advice across a fast‑moving caseload. While we seek an Associate, we consider candidates with varying levels of experience.
Your Career Development
* Clear expectations of your role and progression criteria;
* High‑quality clients and early responsibility;
* Robust technical training and tailored skill development;
* Thorough assessment and individual feedback;
* Reward for contribution and potential, rather than PQE or tenure.
Recruitment Process
We welcome direct applications. For additional information, please contact Angharad Jenkins at angharad.jenkins@osborneclarke.com. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and we do not use automated decision‑making.
About Us
Osborne Clarke is an international legal practice with over 330 Partners and more than 1,260 lawyers across 26 locations. We provide a sector‑based approach and support our clients in tackling today’s challenges and preparing for tomorrow’s. We value inclusivity, encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and prioritize the health and wellbeing of our people.
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