Hybrid Contract Disputes Associate — Bristol

Das Group; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ARAG Law is seeking an Associate for a 12-month fixed-term contract in our Contract Disputes team, based in Bristol on a hybrid basis. You will manage a varied caseload across disputes, including court, mediation, or ADR, with a focus on commercial outcomes for clients.

You should bring knowledge of contract law and civil procedure, confidence in client care, and an ability to work autonomously while adapting to a changing law-firm environment.

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge of contract law and civil procedure.
• Ability to handle cases independently and adapt to a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of contract disputes, including court, mediation or ADR.
• Maintain cost control and efficient case handling.
• Work with the team to meet SLA/KPI targets and billing goals.
• Share knowledge and mentor junior staff.
• Review processes and recommend improvements.
• Assist with early assessment of claims under client’s legal expenses insurance policy.

Skills

Contract law

Civil procedure

Client care

Job description

ARAG Law is seeking an Associate for a 12-month fixed-term contract in our Contract Disputes team, based in Bristol on a hybrid basis. You will manage a varied caseload across disputes, including court, mediation, or ADR, with a focus on commercial outcomes for clients.

You should bring knowledge of contract law and civil procedure, confidence in client care, and an ability to work autonomously while adapting to a changing law-firm environment.