Associate / Sr Associate (5+ PQE)-Dispute Resolution-Bristol

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate (5+ PQE) to join its respected Dispute Resolution team in Bristol. You will handle high‑value commercial disputes, with exposure to regional, national and international matters, and play a key role from day one.

The role offers autonomy within a collaborative team, opportunities for business development and client relationship growth, and a clear path to progression in a supportive, top‑ranked practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 5+ years' PQE.
• Experience handling a wide range of commercial dispute resolution matters.
• Ability to manage matters autonomously while working collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and strategic thinking abilities.
• Genuine interest in business development and growing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• This role involves working on a broad range of commercial disputes for diverse clients, with exposure to regional, national and international matters.
• Contribute to high‑quality case management and strategic dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver commercial advice and develop client relationships.

Skills

Commercial disputes

Autonomous working

Client management

Drafting skills

Negotiation

Business development

Education

Solicitor qualification (England & Wales)

Job description

Associate / Senior Associate (5+ PQE) - Dispute Resolution - Bristol

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate or Senior Associate (5+ PQE) to join a highly regarded and growing Dispute Resolution team based in Bristol. You'll become part of a Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked team within an award‑winning, Top 100 UK law firm, recognised for delivering commercial advice to a diverse client base across regional, national and international markets.

This role offers the chance to work on a broad range of complex and high‑value disputes, including:

• Commercial contract disputes
• Fraud and asset recovery matters
• Injunctive relief applications
• Shareholder and company disputes
• Contentious data protection matters
• Financial services litigation
• Insurance coverage disputes
• Professional negligence claims
• Warranty and post‑acquisition disputes

The team advises clients across sectors including financial services, technology, media and telecommunications (TMT), healthcare, manufacturing, energy and the public sector. Matters frequently involve disputes relating to outsourced services, SaaS agreements, digital transformation and platform development projects, as well as distribution and commercial arrangements.

With an established client base and strong market reputation, you'll enjoy exposure to high‑quality work from day one, alongside genuine opportunities to build your profile and progress your career.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified solicitor with 5+ years' PQE
• Strong experience handling a wide range of commercial dispute resolution matters
• The ability to manage matters autonomously while working collaboratively within a team
• Excellent communication and client management skills
• Strong drafting, negotiation and strategic thinking abilities
• A genuine interest in business development and growing client relationships

A portable client following would be advantageous but is not essential.

Why Join?

• High‑quality, complex and varied disputes work
• Clear opportunities for career progression and development
• Autonomy and responsibility from the outset
• Exposure to regional, national and international clients
• A strong focus on wellbeing and work‑life balance

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929

(m) 07435 943574

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At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.