Associate – Employment Litigation – Bristol – 1-5 Years PQE

Overview

In this role you will handle complex EPL matters within a leading international law firm’s Insurance Group, supporting insurers and insureds through all stages of litigation. You’ll work closely with partners and senior lawyers to manage a varied caseload, deliver timely, commercial advice, and contribute to training, process improvements, and client development. The position offers hybrid flexibility and a clear path for professional growth within a collaborative, inclusive team. You will help shape high-value EPL and professional indemnity work for major clients.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangements
• Flexible working support
• Career development pathways
• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• Opportunities to work on complex EPL and insurance litigation
• Professional training and knowledge sharing

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of EPL claims for leading Professional Indemnity Insurers and their insureds
• Advise insurers on policy coverage issues (D&O and management liability)
• Handle claims from pre-litigation through contested proceedings
• Deliver high-quality, timely advice aligned with client expectations and SLAs
• Contribute to team development, training, process improvements, and knowledge sharing
• Support business development and client relationship activity
• Capture and collate Management Information per client requirements

Key requirements

• 1–3 years PQE with experience in EPL or employment litigation
• Solid grounding in employment law and tribunal procedures
• Insurance experience is desirable but not essential
• Strong understanding of litigation processes and case management
• Ability to deliver commercial, pragmatic solutions
• Confidence in building client relationships and working collaboratively
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal IT systems
• Commitment to a supportive, inclusive, collaborative team culture

• collaboration
• client relationship building
• attention to detail
• clear communication
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal IT systems
• knowledge of litigation processes and case management

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