Associate Solicitor

Associate - Volume Contracts - Litigation

• Location: Bristol
• Job Type: Full-time/Part-time (Hybrid, min. 2 days per week in office)

Join our client's dynamic team during a period of exciting growth and positive change. They are seeking an Associate for their Contract Disputes team within the Volume Litigation department. This role offers the opportunity to manage a caseload from start to finish, using both traditional litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage your own caseload in a commercial manner, ensuring thorough early assessment of the prospects of success for each claim.
• Handle claims in accordance with the requirements of our client's legal expenses insurance policy.
• Drive a culture of effective and efficient case handling, taking personal ownership of customer issues until resolution.
• Work to deliver on SLA's, KPI's, and financial & performance targets.
• Collaborate with your team to share knowledge and best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Practitioner.
• Previous experience in handling Contract Disputes.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proactive approach to caseload management.
• Clear understanding of the SRA Code of Conduct.
• Strong negotiation skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Resilience and motivation to maintain high-quality performance in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working model (minimum 2 days in office).
• 26 days holiday plus option to buy up to 5 additional days.
• Company Pension Scheme with options to increase contributions.
• Group Income Protection and Legal Protection.