Overview
In this role you will oversee technical supervision of a small sub-team handling Small Claims and Fast Track matters while also managing a limited caseload of contract disputes. You will mentor junior colleagues, ensure quality and compliance across the team, and support service delivery targets in a busy litigation environment. The position offers hybrid working in Bristol with a clear leadership pathway and close collaboration with cross-functional teams. You will apply contract law and civil procedure expertise to drive favorable outcomes for claimants and defendants, delivering empathetic client service. This is a client-focused leadership role with opportunities to shape practice area,,
Pay / Benefits
- 27 days’ holiday, plus option to buy up to 5 additional days
- Private Medical Insurance
- Company Pension Scheme with enhanced contribution options
- Group Income Protection and Group Legal Protection
- European Motor Assistance
- Home Emergency Assistance
Responsibilities
- Oversee technical supervision of a sub-team handling Small Claims Track and Fast Track matters
- Manage a small personal caseload (up to 10 disputes) across Fast/Intermediate Track
- Assess prospects of success for consumer and commercial claims
- Represent claimants or defendants in Fast/Intermediate Track litigation and court proceedings
- Negotiate and litigate claims through Civil Courts, including trials
- Mentor, supervise and develop junior colleagues
- Ensure quality, consistency and compliance across team caseloads
- Support departmental performance, throughput, and service delivery targets
Key requirements
- Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent)
- Strong contract law and civil procedure background
- Experience running Fast Track matters independently
- People management or supervisory experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized, assertive, customer-focused approach
- Ability to identify complex issues and propose practical solutions
- Confident in presenting expert legal advice clearly and empathetically
- Proactive, able to work independently and collaboratively
- Client-focused
- Strong communication
- Leadership mindset
- Contract Law
- Civil Procedure
- Fast Track and Intermediate Track experience
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