Property Disputes Associate 2-4 – Bristol

Overview

In this Property Disputes Associate role, you will manage your own caseload of contentious property matters for a growing Bristol team within a respected law firm. You will build sector knowledge, develop a niche expertise, and support the team’s growth through networking, content creation, and events. The role offers mentoring opportunities and a collaborative, forward‑thinking culture with clear development pathways. You’ll work with diverse clients, handling lease disputes, dilapidations, adverse possession, and related litigation, contributing to the Bristol presence and long‑term success.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary
• generous holiday allowance
• private medical insurance or healthcare cash plan
• pension scheme and life assurance
• discretionary bonus
• hybrid working

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of property litigation matters
• Develop sector knowledge and build niche expertise
• Support team growth through networking, BD activity, writing content, and events
• Mentor and guide junior colleagues through delegation and knowledge sharing
• Contribute to a collaborative, growth‑oriented team culture

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 2–4 PQE in property disputes
• Confident in managing files and delegating to juniors
• Strong client management skills and commitment to excellent service
• Commercially aware, organised and proactive
• Interest in mentoring junior lawyers (desirable)
• Keen to build profile and contribute to team success

• client management
• mentoring (desirable)
• proactivity
• property disputes
• commercial lease disputes
• dilapidations

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