Senior Associate - Property Litigation - Bristol - 5+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Bristol is seeking a Senior Associate in Property Litigation to manage an autonomous caseload and supervise junior members. This role requires 5+ years of PQE and expertise in various disputes, including nuisance and boundary issues. You'll benefit from a collaborative team culture and handling high-quality cases. The position offers a competitive salary of £60,000 - £85,000 and includes flexible working options.

Benefits

27 days holiday

Private Medical Insurance

Company pension scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in property litigation with proven experience.
• Ability to supervise junior lawyers and manage a caseload.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Run an autonomous caseload of property litigation matters.
• Supervise and support junior fee earners.
• Handle disputes such as boundary issues and easements.

Skills

Expertise in nuisance

Strong written communication

Attention to detail

Organisational ability

Proactive mindset

Education

5+ years PQE in property litigation

Qualification and authorisation to conduct litigation

Job description

Senior Associate - Property Litigation - Bristol - 5+ Years PQE

Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (flexible and part-time options available)
Salary: £60,000 - £85,000 (dependent on experience)

About the Role

A respected and growing law firm is seeking a Senior Associate (Property Litigation) with 5+ years PQE to join its team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to take on an autonomous caseload while supervising junior team members, working closely with other Senior and Principal Associates to deliver the highest standards of client service.

You’ll be part of a friendly and hard‑working group of around 60 lawyers within the Complex Litigation unit, benefiting from a steady supply of high‑quality cases and a collaborative team culture.

Responsibilities

• Running an autonomous caseload of property litigation matters
• Supervising and supporting junior fee earners
• Handling disputes including nuisance, trespass, boundary issues, easements, and rights of way
• Managing cases from inception through ADR or trial
• Ensuring compliance with professional standards and the SRA Code of Conduct
• Contributing to team performance through effective use of Management Information

Candidate Requirements

• 5+ years PQE in property litigation
• Qualification and authorisation to conduct litigation (essential)
• Expertise in nuisance, trespass, boundary disputes, easements, and rights of way
• Experience of supervising junior lawyers (desirable)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
• A proactive mindset and commitment to high professional standards

Benefits

• 27 days holiday (plus option to buy up to 5 more)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Company pension scheme with enhanced contributions
• Group Income Protection and Group Legal Protection
• European Motor Assistance and Home Emergency Assistance
• Salary sacrifice benefits including Cycle scheme
• Comprehensive wellbeing programme including Health Cash Plan
• Discounted gym memberships and Sports & Social club
• Access to employee discounts hub with thousands of retail partners

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*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.*