Associate/Sr Associate-Professional Negligence- Bristol-4+PQE

Reference: ORJ921958090_1788961706Associate / Senior Associate - Professional Negligence - Bristol - 4+ PQELocation: Bristol (Hybrid or Remote Working Available)Type of Role: Permanent, Full-timeSalary: 60,000 - 85,000 (depending on experience)A leading legal services provider is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate - Professional Negligence to join its high-performing team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong lawyer to handle complex, high-value disputes while contributing to a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.The RoleYou will manage a varied caseload of professional negligence matters and play a key role in supporting team development and performance.Your responsibilities will include:Managing a caseload of complex professional negligence matters from inception through to resolutionHandling multi-track, high-value disputes with confidence and autonomyProviding clear, commercially focused advice aligned to client and insurer objectivesSupervising, mentoring and supporting junior colleaguesDriving high standards of client care, technical quality and efficiencySupporting continuous improvement initiatives and team performanceWorking closely with senior leadership to deliver on financial and operational targetsEnsuring efficient case management and strong commercial outcomesManaging disputes through litigation, mediation and ADR where appropriateCandidate RequirementsThis role is suited to a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with:4+ years' PQE in Professional Negligence or complex litigationStrong experience handling multi-track, high-value disputesExcellent technical knowledge and litigation skillsExperience supervising or mentoring junior colleagues (desirable)Strong commercial awareness and ability to deliver pragmatic adviceExcellent organisational and time management skillsA proactive and solutions-focused approachStrong communication and client relationship management skillsBenefitsThe firm offers:High-quality and complex work within a well-established teamA consistent pipeline of Professional Negligence workHybrid or fully remote working optionsCompetitive salary and benefits packageClear progression opportunities within a growing departmentA collaborative and supportive working environmentHow to ApplyFor more information on this role or other opportunities within the South West or South Wales, please contact:Olivia Reedð§oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.ukð 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made where required.*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.*