Solicitor - Conduct Risk - Bristol - 1-3 Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Mentoring and professional development resources

Hybrid working arrangements

Job summary

A respected law firm in Bristol is seeking a Conduct Risk Lawyer with 1-3 years' post-qualification experience. The role involves managing professional indemnity claims, investigating complaints, and advising on regulatory matters. The firm offers a supportive, inclusive environment with opportunities for career development, including hybrid working arrangements. Please contact via [e-mail] for inquiries.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years PQE, ideally with professional indemnity fee-earning background.
• Previous experience in a Risk and Compliance team preferred.
• Familiarity with contract reviews beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage the firm’s professional indemnity claims.
• Record and track claims using the firm’s claims management system.
• Investigate complaints and draft responses.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Collaborative mindset

Detail-oriented

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Overview

Solicitor - Conduct Risk - Bristol - 1-3 Years PQE
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £50,000 to £70,000

A respected law firm is seeking a Conduct Risk Lawyer with 1-3 years' post-qualification experience to join its Risk & Compliance team in Bristol. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to an internal legal advisory function, supporting professional conduct and regulatory compliance across the business.

The Role

You\'ll be part of the Conduct Risk Team, providing expert guidance on legal and regulatory matters that impact the firm\'s operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the firm\'s professional indemnity claims and liaising with brokers, insurers, and panel lawyers
• Recording and tracking claims using the firm\'s claims management system
• Investigating complaints and drafting responses to complainants and regulatory bodies
• Analysing compliance failures and recommending remedial actions
• Advising on professional conduct issues and regulatory developments
• Supporting policy updates and contract reviews (including client SLAs)
• Responding to conduct risk queries and ensuring SLA compliance
• Collaborating with other business services teams to deliver a cohesive compliance function

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 1-3 years PQE, ideally with a professional indemnity fee-earning background
• Previous experience in a Risk and Compliance team (preferred)
• Familiarity with contract reviews (beneficial)
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• A proactive, collaborative, and detail-oriented approach
• Ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism

Benefits

The firm offers:

• A supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking work environment
• Opportunities for career development, including secondments and global mobility
• Access to mentoring, peer learning, and professional development resources
• A culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance

How to Apply

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

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 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.