Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Yolk Recruitment is seeking an ambitious Commercial Dispute Resolution Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years experience to join a leading law firm in Bristol. The successful candidate will handle a varied caseload and provide tailored legal strategies for clients. This role offers a hybrid working model, a comprehensive benefits package, and strong career progression opportunities within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Dental insurance

Health checks

Work-life balance emphasis

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years PQE in commercial litigation or dispute resolution.
• Experience in contractual disputes and ADR methods.
• Excellent client management and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse caseload of commercial disputes.
• Advise on risk management and alternative dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with clients to develop legal strategies.

Skills

Contractual Disputes

Professional Negligence Claims

ADR Methods

Client Management

Risk Management

Education

3+ years' PQE in commercial litigation or dispute resolution

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Posted:

18.06.2025

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02.08.2025

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Job Description:

Commercial Dispute Resolution Solicitor

Bristol

Salary up to £65k

Yolk Recruitment is delighted to support this exciting opportunity for a Commercial Dispute Resolution Solicitor to join a highly regarded law firm in the South West. This is a fantastic role for an ambitious solicitor with at least three years of post-qualification experience looking to develop their career within a dynamic and collaborative environment. You will work with a broad range of clients, including corporates, SMEs, and family-run businesses, handling a varied caseload of commercial disputes.

This firm offers a flexible hybrid working model, a welcoming team, and excellent career development opportunities. If you're passionate about dispute resolution and want to be part of a progressive and supportive firm, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

This is what you will be doing:

As a Commercial Dispute Resolution Solicitor, you will:

• Manage a diverse caseload of commercial dispute resolution matters, including contractual disputes and professional negligence claims.
• Advise businesses on risk management, dispute avoidance, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR), including mediation.
• Work closely with clients to develop tailored legal strategies that align with their commercial objectives.
• Play a key role in business development, helping to grow the department's client base and maintain strong relationships with referrers.
• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple offices to deliver exceptional legal services.

The experience you will bring to the team:

To be successful as a Commercial Dispute Resolution Solicitor, you will need:

• A minimum of 3 years' PQE in commercial litigation or dispute resolution.
• Strong experience in handling contractual disputes, professional negligence claims, and ADR methods.
• Excellent client management skills with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
• A proactive and commercially minded approach to dispute resolution and risk management.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team across multiple locations.

This is what you will get in return:

• A competitive salary in line with experience.
• Hybrid working with flexibility to work from home and across offices in Bath, Bristol, or Swindon.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance, dental insurance, health checks, and more.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing and forward-thinking firm.