Senior Associate - Commercial Disputes (Insurance) - Bristol - 5+ years PQELocation: Bristol Office (Hybrid and 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 RoleThis 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 ArrangementsThis 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:

oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk

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.

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