Employment Solicitor - NQ or above

Employment Solicitor - NQ or above
Location: Bristol
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (flexible working considered)

The Opportunity
A boutique employment law specialist firm are looking to recruit a high-quality Employment Solicitor (newly qualified and above) to support an incoming senior hire who will be spearheading the growth of our Bristol office. This is a genuine ground-floor opportunity to join a developing team, work closely with a recognised senior practitioner, and play a key role in establishing and growing the firm's presence in the South West.

The role is open to solicitors with either claimant or respondent experience, and we are keen to hear from lawyers with a strong technical base, commercial awareness, and the ambition to develop their practice within a collaborative environment.

The Role
Depending on your level of qualification, you will be involved in:

Advising employers and/or individuals across the full spectrum of employment law matters
Managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision and support
Supporting the senior hire on complex and high-value matters
Drafting and negotiating contracts, settlement agreements, and policies
Handling Employment Tribunal claims from inception to resolution
Contributing to business development initiatives and the growth of the Bristol office
Building strong client relationships and delivering a high standard of service
About You

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (or due to qualify), NQ+
Solid grounding in employment law, gained on either the claimant or respondent side
Strong drafting, technical and communication skills
Commercially minded with a proactive approach to problem-solving
Enthusiastic about being part of a developing office and team
Able to work both independently and collaboratively
Why Join?

Opportunity to be part of a new and growing Bristol offering
Direct exposure to, and mentoring from, a senior employment law hire
High-quality work with genuine responsibility from an early stage
Clear scope for progression as the office and team expands
Supportive culture with flexibility around working patterns
How to Apply
If you are an employment solicitor looking for a role that offers exposure, responsibility, and the chance to help build something from the ground up, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact Sam Higgins at Simpson Judge on (phone number removed)