Employment Associate/Senior Associate

Overview

In this role you will contribute to growing the Bournemouth employment practice within an established, Legal 500-recognised firm. You will handle a mix of contentious and non-contentious matters, advise both employers and employees, and help build client relationships in the local market. You will work with a wider Employment team, gaining access to senior guidance and resources while shaping the practice’s presence in Dorset. The opportunity includes leadership potential and a platform to expand your profile and influence.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid and flexible working
• generous holiday allowance
• private medical health care
• flexible benefits package
• pension options
• regular firm-wide and social events

Responsibilities

• Advise on contentious and non-contentious employment matters
• Manage Employment Tribunal claims and disputes
• Draft and negotiate settlement agreements
• Handle disciplinary and grievance matters, redundancies, and restructurings
• advise on employment contracts and policies
• Develop client relationships and contribute to market growth in Bournemouth
• Collaborate with the broader Employment team to leverage expertise

Key requirements

• 2+ years’ PQE in Employment Law (preferred)
• Experience advising both employers and/or employees
• Strong technical knowledge and commercially focused advice
• Interest in leadership and business development responsibilities

• business development mindset
• proactive networking
• collaborative team player
• employment law
• Employment Tribunal experience
• settlement agreements

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