Team Leader - Employment Law - Bristol - PQE 5+

Team Leader - Employment Law - Bristol - PQE 5+
Location: Bristol (Hybrid, Flexible Working Options)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time or Part-time
Salary: £55,000 to £65,000

A well established national law firm is seeking a Team Leader (Solicitor) with a strong interest in Employment Law and experience supervising or managing a team. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a leadership role within a busy, supportive and well integrated Employment team. The firm offers genuine flexibility, a collaborative culture and clear opportunities for progression.

The firm is also open to considering candidates without prior Employment Law experience who are passionate about moving into this area. Please note that salary will be adjusted accordingly where experience is limited.

The Role
You'll be responsible for leading and supporting a team of employment fee earners while managing your own caseload of employment matters, including:

• Supervising, developing and supporting team members
• Managing a varied caseload of contentious and non contentious employment work
• Advising on Employment Tribunal claims and case strategy
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and settlement documentation
• Providing telephone and written advice to commercial clients
• Ensuring high quality service delivery in line with client expectations
• Contributing to team performance, workflow management and continuous improvement
• Supporting business development, legal updates and client training
• Collaborating with colleagues across multiple office locations
• Reporting directly to the Group Leader (Partner)

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified lawyer with:

• Qualification as a Solicitor (or equivalent)
• Experience supervising or managing a team
• A genuine passion for employment law
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Confidence in taking responsibility for cases and team strategy
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively
• A proactive, positive and collaborative approach
• Previous Employment Law experience is desirable but not essential

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Excellent annual leave and wellbeing benefits
• Health Cash Plan and lifestyle perks, including gym benefits
• Work-life balance and "Dress for Your Day" culture
• Recognition and referral schemes
• Clear development pathways and opportunities for progression
• A strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and sustainability

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all 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.*