Solicitor – Contract & Commercial Litigation – Bristol – PQE 2+
Location: Bristol (Hybrid or Fully Remote Options)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full time
Salary: £40,000 to £55,000

A national law firm is seeking a Contract & Commercial Litigation Solicitor or FCILEx to join its busy and supportive Contract Resolution Group within the Civil Litigation Division. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a varied caseload of civil and commercial litigation matters in a collaborative environment that values flexibility, quality work and professional development.

The Role
You’ll be responsible for managing a diverse caseload of civil litigation matters (excluding personal injury), including:

• Contract disputes arising from the sale of goods and services
• Commercial and consumer contract claims
• Misrepresentation
• Professional negligence
• Construction and building contract disputes
• Fast, intermediate and multi track matters
• Acting for both Claimants and Defendants
• Liaising with clients by phone and in person
• Progressing files using the firm’s case management system
• Managing billing and invoicing

You will work closely with experienced senior lawyers and benefit from a supportive team culture focused on development and high quality service.

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified lawyer with:

• PQE experience in civil or commercial litigation
• Strong experience advising on contract based disputes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively
• A pragmatic, solutions focused approach
• Confidence managing your own caseload
• IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and case management systems
• Experience working with insurer funded clients (desirable)

Qualifications:

• Solicitor (LLB/CILEx route), or
• FCILEx, or
• Equivalent experience

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Excellent annual leave and wellbeing benefits
• Health Cash Plan and lifestyle perks, including gym benefits
• Work life balance and “Dress for Your Day” culture
• Recognition and referral schemes
• Clear development pathways and routes to qualification
• A strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and sustainability

How to Apply

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

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

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.