About the Role: On behalf of our client, a leading law firm, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced Employment Solicitor to join their esteemed legal team in Bristol. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employment law and a passion for providing exceptional legal services to clients. As an Employment Solicitor, you will manage a diverse caseload, including advising clients on a range of employment issues, representing them in tribunals, and working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve the best outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Case Management: Manage a diverse caseload of employment matters, including unfair dismissal, discrimination, redundancy, and workplace disputes. Client Representation: Represent clients in employment tribunals and other dispute resolution forums, ensuring their interests are effectively presented and protected. Legal Advice: Provide expert legal advice to clients on various employment law issues, ensuring they understand their rights and options. Documentation: Prepare and review legal documents, including contracts, settlement agreements, and tribunal bundles. Tribunal Appearances: Attend and advocate in tribunal hearings, preliminary hearings, and case management discussions. Client Liaison: Maintain regular contact with clients, keeping them informed of case progress and developments. Negotiations: Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients to achieve favourable outcomes. Compliance: Ensure all legal activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and professional standards. Professional Development: Stay updated with changes in employment law and attend relevant training and seminars to maintain and enhance professional competence. Business Development: Assist with business development activities, including client pitches, seminars, and networking events to grow the firm’s employment law practice. Qualifications and Experience: Educational Background: Qualified Solicitor with a valid practising certificate. Experience: Proven experience in employment law, with a strong track record of managing a varied caseload. Advocacy Skills: Excellent advocacy and negotiation skills, with experience representing clients in tribunals. Communication Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and other stakeholders. Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail. Professional Integrity: High level of professional integrity and ethical standards. Team Player: Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. IT Proficiency: Proficient in using legal research tools and case management software. What They Offer : Competitive Salary: A competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement. Supportive Environment: A supportive and collaborative work environment with a focus on work-life balance. Diverse Caseload: Exposure to a wide range of employment law cases, providing variety and professional growth.