Employment Associate 3-6 PQE - Cardiff

Employment Associate (3-6 PQE)
Top Tier Cardiff Practice | Legal 500 Ranked Team | Hybrid Working

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a talented Employment Associate (3-6 PQE) to join a leading Cardiff practice, recognised in the Legal 500 for its strength, depth and quality of work.

This role is ideally suited to an Associate-level solicitor looking to take the next step towards Senior Associate, within a firm that actively supports career progression and professional development.

The Role

You will join a highly experienced, supportive and collaborative team, advising on a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters for a high-quality client base.

Working closely with senior lawyers and partners, you will play a key role in managing matters, developing client relationships and building your own profile within the market - all with clear support and guidance as you progress towards Senior Associate level.

Candidate Profile

• 3-6 years'' PQE in employment law
• Currently operating at Associate level, with ambitions to step up
• Strong technical expertise across a range of employment matters
• Experience of managing files and building client relationships
• A proactive approach to business development and career progression
• A collaborative mindset and desire to be part of a high-performing team

Why Apply?

• Join a Legal 500-ranked team with an excellent reputation
• Clear and supported pathway to Senior Associate progression
• Work alongside a highly experienced and approachable team
• Access to high-quality, varied client work
• Hybrid working available, offering flexibility alongside strong team collaboration

Additional Advantage

Welsh language skills are desirable, reflecting the firm''s strong presence in Wales, although this is not essential.


This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Associate to take the next step in their career within a forward-thinking firm offering high-quality work, flexibility and real progression.

Contact Sam Higgins at Simpson Judge for further information about this opportunity.