Senior Associate Commercial Disputes (Insurance), Bristol

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in Bristol is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Dispute Resolution team. This role involves handling high-value insurance disputes and commercial litigation, collaborating with legal experts, and contributing to business initiatives. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible hybrid working arrangements, and opportunities for career development. Interested candidates should contact for a confidential discussion.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension contributions

Performance-based bonuses

Award-winning career development

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE with strong experience in commercial litigation.
• Proven expertise in handling High Court and arbitration matters.
• Enthusiasm for mentoring junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Work on high-value insurance policyholder disputes and broader commercial litigation.
• Collaborate with a Legal 500-ranked partner across various teams.
• Contribute to business development and sector initiatives.

Skills

Commercial litigation experience

Expertise in insurance coverage disputes

Interpersonal and client-handling skills

Strategic thinking

Education

SRA registered lawyer

Job description

Senior Associate - Commercial Disputes (Insurance) - Bristol - 5+ years PQE

Location: Bristol Office (Hybrid & Flexible)

Type of Role: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £95,000 to £115,000

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its highly regarded Dispute Resolution team in Bristol. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on high-value insurance policyholder disputes and broader commercial litigation for national and international clients.

The Role

This Bristol-based position offers exposure to complex and strategic disputes across sectors such as:

• Insurance coverage (policyholder focus)
• Professional negligence and warranty claims
• Commercial contracts and shareholder disputes
• Financial services and banking litigation

You'll work closely with a Legal 500-ranked partner and collaborate across teams including corporate, finance, and real estate. You'll also be encouraged to contribute to business development and sector initiatives.

Candidate Requirements

• 5+ years PQE with strong experience in commercial litigation
• Proven expertise in insurance coverage disputes
• Experience handling High Court and arbitration matters
• Excellent interpersonal and client-handling skills
• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking
• SRA registered lawyer
• Interest in mentoring and developing junior colleagues
• Enthusiasm for practice growth and client development

Experience in any of the following insurance areas is desirable:

• Professional Indemnity
• Directors' and Officers' Liability
• Cyber Insurance
• Property and Casualty
• Warranty and Indemnity
• Construction Insurance

Working Arrangements

This is a full-time role based in the Bristol office. Hybrid working is supported, with flexible arrangements tailored to role and client needs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Private medical insurance and enhanced pension contributions
• Hybrid working model and flexible arrangements
• Award-winning career development platform
• Vibrant social and sports committees
• Platinum-level Investors in People accreditation
• Consistently ranked among the best law firms to work for

Interested?

For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact:

[e-mail]

0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

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Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.

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, 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.