Overview
Job Title: Associate – Contract Disputes
Location: Bristol (Hybrid – 2+ days office)
Benefits
- 26 days holiday (+ option to buy 5)
- Pension with enhanced contributions
- Health Cash Plan & Employee Discounts Hub
- Access to Sports & Social Club
About the Company
This award-winning legal services provider has seen sustained growth across its Litigation & Dispute Management teams. With a strong presence in the legal expenses insurance space, they offer a unique environment where commercial litigation meets social purpose. Their inclusive, flexible, and forward-thinking culture makes them a standout in the market – offering faster career progression than traditional law firms.
Role Summary
Join a collaborative, high-performing team and handle a varied caseload of contract disputes from start to finish. You’ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment that actively encourages development through non-traditional legal pathways, such as SQE and internal training contracts. The firm champions hybrid working (min. 2 days office) and is open to part-time arrangements (4 days+).
Key Responsibilities
- Manage your own caseload end-to-end: Build expertise while delivering successful outcomes
- Handle claims efficiently and commercially: Ensure compliance with LEI policy requirements
- Resolve disputes via litigation or ADR: Shape the resolution strategy for each case
- Contribute to continuous improvement: Help embed best practice and performance culture
- Meet financial, SLA, and KPI targets: Work proactively to deliver results
Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Practitioner
- Previous experience with contract disputes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Resilient, empathetic and client-focused mindset
- Familiarity with SRA Code of Conduct
- Ability to prioritise and manage caseload independently
If this role isn’t quite right, it’s still worth speaking to one of our specialist team – we may be working on something that hasn’t hit the market yet.
Related Job Titles
- Commercial Litigation Associate
- Dispute Resolution Lawyer
- Contract Litigation Solicitor
- Legal Expenses Lawyer
- Contract Claims Solicitor
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