Associate Supervisor – Contract Disputes

Overview

In this role you will combine hands-on casework with leadership within the Contract Disputes team in Bristol. You will supervise a small team, manage a focused caseload of consumer and commercial disputes, and influence case strategy from negotiation to court litigation. The position blends technical expertise with mentoring to drive quality outcomes and professional growth. This is an opportunity to shape dispute resolution in a supportive, development-focused environment.

Pay / Benefits

• 26 days holiday (plus option to buy 5 more)
• pension scheme with enhanced contributions
• salary sacrifice benefits including Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounts hub with thousands of retail partners and gym memberships
• Sports & Social Club with discounted events and activities
• Hybrid working model

Responsibilities

• Provide technical supervision to a small team to maintain high standards of case handling
• Manage a limited caseload of consumer and commercial contract disputes (Fast and Intermediate Track)
• Assess prospects of success, advise clients, and act for claimants and defendants
• Negotiate settlements and litigate claims through the Civil Courts

Key requirements

• Strong background in Contract Law and solid understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules
• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Practitioner
• Experience running Fast Track cases
• Previous supervisory or people management experience
• Excellent communication skills, clear, empathetic, and client-focused; mentoring ability

• clear communication
• empathy
• client-focused
• Contract Law
• Civil Procedure Rules
• Fast Track litigation

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