Commercial Litigation Senior Associate / Legal Director

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Job Description

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded regional firm with a strong presence in the Bristol legal market. Known for delivering excellent legal services to individuals and businesses, the firm is recognised for its progressive culture and commitment to employee wellbeing. The firm is seeking a talented Senior Lawyer to join its thriving Commercial Litigation team in central Bristol.

What you’ll do

Joining a collaborative and forward-thinking firm, you will work on a broad range of complex disputes including contractual issues, shareholder and director conflicts, professional negligence claims, and insolvency matters. This is a senior-level position offering the opportunity to supervise junior lawyers, contribute to strategic business development, and work closely with other departments such as Commercial Property, Corporate & Commercial, Employment, and Property Litigation. You will play a key role in maintaining and expanding client relationships while delivering high-quality legal advice across a diverse caseload.

What you’ll need to succeed

  • You will be a qualified Solicitor with at least five years post-qualification experience in commercial litigation.
  • You will have a strong track record of handling complex disputes and be confident in managing your own caseload independently.
  • Experience in supervising junior team members and a proactive approach to business development are highly desirable.
  • You should be IT literate, commercially aware, and enthusiastic about contributing to the firm’s collaborative culture.
  • Previous management experience and a keen interest in networking and marketing initiatives will be advantageous.

What you’ll get in return

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that truly values its people. The firm offers a supportive and inclusive working environment, with a strong emphasis on wellbeing and work-life balance. You’ll benefit from flexible and hybrid working options, clear career progression pathways, and the chance to work in a friendly, values-driven team. The firm also encourages involvement in marketing and legal directory submissions, giving you the opportunity to raise your professional profile.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in this role or would like further information, please do not hesitate to contact us. If this job isn’t quite right for you but you are exploring new opportunities, feel free to get in touch for a confidential discussion about your career. We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.

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Location:
Bristol, England, United Kingdom
Salary:
£100,000 - £125,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Legal

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