Employment Senior Associate

Company: Douglas Scott
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Employment Senior Associate

Richmond – £60,000 – £76,000

Senior Employment Associate Permanent | £60,000–£76,000 per annum | Hybrid working A respected UK law firm is looking for a Senior Associate to join its well-established Employment team. This is a permanent position offering a competitive salary and the chance to take on varied, high-quality work across all aspects of employment law — including discrimination, employment tribunals, and TUPE matters.

What’s on offer: A supportive, collaborative team You’ll be joining a close-knit team known for excellent client service and strong internal support. You’ll work alongside experienced colleagues, share ideas, and contribute to each other’s professional development.

A role with real impact You’ll advise a range of clients on complex employment law issues, helping them navigate sensitive situations with confidence and clarity.

Flexible working We offer a hybrid working pattern – typically two days a week from home and three days in our modern office – giving you the balance of flexibility and team connection.

What we’re looking for:

  • Solid experience in employment law, particularly around discrimination and tribunal work
  • Confidence in advising on redundancies, restructures, dismissals, and TUPE transfers
  • Strong client-handling skills – comfortable leading meetings and negotiations
  • Experience drafting and reviewing contracts and providing commercial, practical legal advice
  • A track record of supervising junior team members or contributing to their development
  • Preferred qualifications:

  • Qualified solicitor in England and Wales
  • Strong technical knowledge of employment law and recent developments
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Posted: May 25th, 2026