Senior Associate - General Liability - Bristol - 5+ years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive learning and development programmes

Flexible benefits package

Wellbeing support

Positive work-life balance

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its General Liability Insurance team in Bristol. This role focuses on managing personal injury claims and offers a hybrid working model. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in personal injury litigation and strong problem-solving skills, along with the ability to mentor junior team members. The firm promotes a positive work-life balance and offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in personal injury and fast track litigation.
• Interest in Product Law and Health & Safety is a plus.
• Excellent organisational skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury claims including fast track and intermediate.
• Advise on legal aspects of claims and coverage issues.
• Deliver timely client service according to SLAs.

Skills

Personal injury litigation

Problem-solving skills

Client relationship management

Mentorship

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

Senior Associate - General Liability - Bristol - 5+ years PQE
Location: Bristol (Hybrid & Flexible)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £70,000 to £85,000 (depending on experience)

A leading law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its General Liability Insurance team in Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a well-established client base, including top-tier liability insurers, within a dynamic and collaborative insurance practice.

Overview

This role offers a varied and intellectually stimulating caseload focused on personal injury claims, with opportunities to engage in regulatory matters such as health and safety investigations, prosecutions, inquests, and product regulation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing fast track, intermediate, and multi-track personal injury claims
• Advising on legal aspects of claims, including coverage issues
• Delivering high-quality, timely client service aligned with SLAs
• Supporting team development through training, induction, and process improvement
• Capturing and reporting Management Information for clients
• Contributing to service and process enhancements
• Participating in client events and occasional travel to London

Candidate Requirements

• 5+ years PQE in personal injury and fast track litigation
• Experience or interest in Product Law and Health & Safety
• Strong legal and commercial problem-solving skills
• Ability to mentor and support junior team members
• Commitment to business development and client engagement
• Commercial awareness and financial discipline
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Proven ability to build trusted client relationships
• A collaborative and inclusive approach to firm culture

Working Arrangements

• The firm supports hybrid working across all roles. Attendance at the Bristol office is expected, with flexibility to accommodate personal commitments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive learning and development programmes
• Flexible benefits package
• Wellbeing support and initiatives
• Positive work-life balance
• Inclusive and respectful working environment
• Clear pathways for career progression

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

[e-mail]
0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
Olivia Reed | LinkedIn

The firm is committed to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Applications are welcome 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, 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.*