Contract Disputes Senior Associate

Your new companyA well-established and growing legal services provider is undergoing an exciting period of positive change and sustained growth within its Litigation and Dispute Management function. Known for its collaborative culture and strong focus on quality and customer outcomes, the organisation places genuine value on its people, encouraging autonomy, flexibility and professional development. With modern city-centre offices and an emphasis on work-life balance, this is an environment where experienced lawyers can thrive. They are now looking for a Senior Associate to join their Contract Disputes team in Bristol.

Your new roleAs a Senior Associate within the Contract Disputes team, you will be part of a broader Volume Litigation department. Taking responsibility for your own caseload, you will manage matters end-to-end in a commercial and pragmatic way, utilising litigation, mediation and alternative dispute resolution where appropriate. Your caseload will include breach of contract, misrepresentation, professional negligence and debt recovery. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing contract dispute claims from instruction to resolution
• Assessing prospects of success at an early stage and shaping case strategy
• Handling claims in line with legal expenses insurance policy requirements
• Taking ownership of customer issues and driving cases to a positive outcome
• Working to agreed SLAs, KPIs and financial performance targets
• Supporting a culture of efficient, high-quality case handling and knowledge sharing

This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of two days per week in the Bristol office. The role is ideally full-time, though part-time arrangements (minimum four days per week or equivalent hours) will be considered.

What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will need:

• Qualification as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX)
• Proven experience managing contract disputes
• Strong commercial judgement and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, KPI-driven environment
• A proactive and organised approach to caseload management
• Strong client care, negotiation and collaborative skills
• Resilience and professionalism when dealing with sensitive or complex matters

This role will suit a motivated Senior Associate who takes pride in delivering high-quality legal outcomes and enjoys working in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.What you'll get in returnIn return, you will receive:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Modern, centrally located Bristol offices
• A supportive, high-performing and inclusive team culture
• Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and expanding legal team that encourages ownership, flexibility and long-term career growth. Please contact Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal for further information on the role.

Apply nowIf you are an experienced contract disputes lawyer looking for your next senior-level opportunity in Bristol, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

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