Associate

About The Role

Location: Bristol, Bedwas (hybrid) remote working also considered
Join a growing Employment team where you'll make a real impact

We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate to join our Employment Team at ARAG Law. Whether you're looking for the flexibility of remote working or a hybrid role from our Bristol or Bedwas offices, you'll be joining a highly supportive team with genuine opportunities for progression.

You'll work on a varied caseload covering all aspects of employment law, advising both employees and employers on contentious and non-contentious matters. From unfair dismissal and discrimination claims to whistleblowing cases and advising on settlement, no two days are the same.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys litigation, values client relationships, and wants to develop their expertise within a collaborative and ambitious team.

About ARAG Law

At ARAG Law, we believe everyone should have access to justice. As part of ARAG UK, we help thousands of individuals and businesses every year to pursue or defend legal claims with confidence.

Unlike many traditional law firms, we offer a consistent and high-quality flow of work, excellent training and development opportunities, and clear pathways for career progression. We are committed to supporting professional development through internal Training Contracts, SQE and CILEX qualification routes, alongside comprehensive mentoring and supervision.

You'll join an organisation with an inclusive, supportive culture that places clients at the heart of everything we do and empowers colleagues to build rewarding, long-term careers.

About the Team

Our Employment Team consists of more than 50 legal professionals, ranging from Paralegals to Senior Associates. We are a friendly, collaborative group committed to delivering outstanding client outcomes while supporting one another's development.

We pride ourselves on providing early responsibility, strong supervision and clear career pathways. Alongside challenging and rewarding work, you'll find a welcoming culture with regular team and social events.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll manage your own employment law caseload and advise clients across a wide range of matters, including:

Unfair dismissal claims
Discrimination claims
Whistleblowing disputes
Employment Tribunal proceedings
Settlement negotiations

You will have the opportunity to take ownership of your files, develop advocacy skills where appropriate, and gain hands-on experience across a broad range of employment disputes and advisory matters.

About You

We're keen to hear from candidates who have employment law experience and can demonstrate:

Essential
Experience advising clients on employment law matters
A good understanding of Employment Law and Employment Tribunal Rules of Procedure
The ability to manage your own caseload effectively
Excellent client care and communication skills

Desirable
Experience working within an employment law team
Experience managing litigated employment claims
Qualified Solicitor or equivalent qualification
We recognise that strong candidates don't always meet every requirement. If you have relevant or transferable experience, we'd still encourage you to apply.

What's In It For You?

We believe in rewarding our people and offer a competitive salary alongside a generous benefits package, including:
26 days' annual leave, plus the option to buy up to 5 additional days
Company pension scheme with enhanced contribution options
Group Income Protection
Group Legal Protection
European Motor Assistance and Home Emergency Assistance
Cycle to Work scheme and other salary sacrifice benefits
Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including free eye tests
Access to our employee discounts hub, offering savings with thousands of retailers and discounted gym memberships at over 3,000 UK gyms
Sports and Social Club with subsidised events, theatre trips, wine tastings and more

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking to develop your career within a leading employment law team and want to work for an organisation that values development, flexibility and access to justice, we'd love to hear from you.
If you think you would be a good match for this role and can demonstrate some transferable experience please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the criteria listed above.