p strong Senior Associate / Partner – Employment Law /strong /p p strong Location: /strong strong Bristol or Bath (Hybrid Working Available) /strong /p p br /p p strong Shape the Future of a Growing Employment Team /strong /p p br /p p A leading UK Top 100 law firm is seeking an ambitious Employment Solicitor to join its established Employment team at either strong Senior Associate /strong or strong Partner /strong level. /p p br /p p This is a rare opportunity for a commercially-minded employment lawyer who is motivated by more than simply managing a caseload. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving the growth of the Employment practice, helping to develop the firms market presence across Bristol, Bath and the wider South West. /p p br /p p Whether you are an experienced Senior Associate, Legal Director or existing Partner, this role offers the platform, support and resources to build something of your own within a respected, full-service law firm. /p p br /p p strong The Opportunity /strong /p p br /p p The Employment team advises a broad range of clients, including owner-managed businesses, SMEs, larger corporate organisations, senior executives and HR professionals, across both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. /p p br /p p The firm has an established client base and strong cross-referral opportunities across its corporate, commercial, private client and litigation teams. There is significant scope to further develop and expand the Employment offering, supported by a firm-wide commitment to strategic growth. /p p A key element of the appointment will be the development and delivery of a practical growth strategy. Candidates will therefore be expected to present a business plan outlining how they would contribute to the continued expansion of the Employment practice. /p p br /p p strong Key Responsibilities /strong /p p br /p ul li Advising employers and employees on a broad range of employment law matters. /li li Managing complex tribunal litigation, employee relations matters and strategic HR issues. /li li Supporting corporate transactions, restructures and business change projects. /li li Building and developing client relationships across the South West and beyond. /li li Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider firm to generate cross-referral opportunities. /li li Identifying and pursuing business development initiatives. /li li Contributing to the growth and strategic direction of the Employment team. /li li Mentoring and developing junior lawyers where appropriate. /li /ul p br /p p strong About You /strong /p p br /p p We are keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate: /p ul li Qualification as a Solicitor in England Wales with strong employment law experience. /li li Current experience operating at Senior Associate, Legal Director or Partner level. /li li A commercial and entrepreneurial mindset. /li li A genuine desire to help grow and develop a successful employment practice. /li li Strong networking, relationship-building and business development skills. /li li The ability to identify opportunities and convert them into sustainable client relationships. /li li Excellent communication skills and a pragmatic, client-focused approach. /li /ul p br /p p An existing client following would be advantageous but is strong not essential /strong . The firm recognises that talented lawyers can bring significant growth potential through market presence, sector expertise, networks and business development capability rather than purely through portable revenue. /p p br /p p strong Career Progression /strong /p p br /p p For candidates joining at strong Senior Associate /strong level, the role offers a clearly defined and fully supported pathway towards Partnership. The firm is committed to investing in individuals who demonstrate leadership potential, commercial awareness and a genuine contribution to the growth of the team and wider business. /p p br /p p You will have access to senior leadership support, business development resources and mentoring to help you achieve your long-term career ambitions. /p p br /p p strong Why Join? /strong /p p br /p ul li Opportunity to join a highly regarded strong Top 100 UK law firm /strong . /li li Genuine opportunity to influence and shape the future growth of the Employment team. /li li Clear progression pathway to Partnership. /li li Strong existing client base and cross-selling opportunities. /li li Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. /li li Collaborative, entrepreneurial and supportive culture. /li li High-quality work and excellent career development opportunities. /li /ul p br /p p strong Business Plan Requirement /strong /p p br /p p As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be asked to prepare a high-level business plan outlining: /p ul li Your assessment of the employment law market opportunity. /li li Potential growth areas, sectors or client groups. /li li Business development and networking strategies. /li li Revenue growth objectives. /li li How you would work with existing teams to maximise cross-referral opportunities. /li li Your vision for the Employment team. /li /ul p br /p p strong Interested? /strong /p p br /p p If you are an ambitious employment lawyer looking for the opportunity to help build and grow a practice within a leading Top 100 law firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. This role offers the chance to combine high-quality legal work with genuine strategic influence and long-term career progression. /p
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