Job Description

Employment Associate - Caerphilly / South Wales (Permanent Opportunity)
Location: Caerphilly (South Wales) - Hybrid or Fully Remote
Type of Role: Permanent - Full time or Part time
Working Pattern: Hybrid (minimum 2 days in office if commutable) or fully remote for candidates outside the area
Salary: 40,000 to 60,000, depending on experience and level
A growing and forward thinking law firm is seeking an Employment Associate to join its friendly, high performing Employment Law team. The firm operates as a law firm with an in house feel - collaborative, commercially minded and closely connected to the clients it supports. This is an exciting period of positive change and sustained growth, with a strong pipeline of high quality work.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, experienced team with exceptional leadership and genuine commitment to professional development.
The Team
The Employment Law team handles the full spectrum of employment matters, including:

• Advising employees on unfair dismissal, unpaid wages and discrimination claims
• Defending employers in whistleblowing, discrimination and complex tribunal matters
• Managing both contentious and non contentious employment work
• Providing HR advisory services, including drafting contracts, policies and handbooks
• Supporting businesses through employment law compliance and best practice guidance

The Role
As an Employment Associate, you will manage a varied caseload from initial instruction through to conclusion. Work will include:

• Advising on settlement agreements
• Drafting and negotiating settlement terms
• Drafting employment contracts, handbooks and workplace policies
• Handling contentious and non contentious employment matters
• Providing clear, practical advice to both employees and employers
• Ensuring efficient, high quality case handling in line with regulatory and internal processes

About You
The firm is keen to hear from candidates with strong experience in Employment Litigation who can demonstrate:

• Previous experience in both contentious and non contentious employment work (essential)
• Strong working knowledge of employment law and tribunal procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, organised approach to managing your caseload
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, KPIs and SLAs
• Strong client care skills and a collaborative working style
• Understanding of the SRA Code of Conduct
• Interest in business development (desirable)

Working Pattern & Flexibility

• The firm offers genuine flexibility and supports a healthy work life balance:
• Full time or part time hours
• Hybrid working (minimum 2 days per week in the Caerphilly office if commutable)
• Fully remote considered for candidates outside a reasonable commuting distance
• Flexible working arrangements

What's on Offer
You can expect a supportive environment that encourages independent thinking, ownership of work and professional growth. Benefits include:

• 26 days holiday (with option to buy up to 5 additional days)
• Company pension scheme (with enhanced contribution options)
• Group Income Protection
• Group Legal Protection
• European Motor Assistance
• Home Emergency Assistance
• Health Cash Plan
• Access to an Employee Discounts Hub (including discounted gym memberships)
• Option to join the Sports & Social Club
• Excellent career development pathways, including:

• Internal training contracts
• SQE or CILEX qualification routes
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring

About the Firm
The firm is committed to making high quality legal services accessible and affordable. It supports individuals and businesses across areas including:

• Employment
• Personal Injury
• Litigation & Dispute Management
• Business & Commercial

You will be joining an organisation with an inclusive, energetic culture that blends the professionalism of private practice with the collaborative, integrated feel of an in house legal team.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential discussion about your next move, please contact:
Olivia Reed
Email: Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*

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