Associate/Sr Associate-Procurement Litigation-5-8 PQE-Bristol

Reference: ORJ921958571B1_1787820427Associate / Senior Associate - Procurement Litigation - 5-8 Years PQE - BristolLocation: BristolType of Role: Permanent, Full-time (hybrid working with full flexibility)Salary: 70,000 to 95,000A leading national commercial law firm is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate (5-8 years PQE) to join its highly regarded Procurement Litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a top-ranked, award winning department advising major corporates, central government, local authorities and NHS bodies on complex procurement and commercial disputes. The team is known for its high-quality work, collaborative culture and strong reputation across the legal directories.The RoleYou'll be responsible for advising on and managing a varied caseload of procurement and commercial disputes, including:Contentious procurement matters and High Court litigationProcurement risk management and strategic advisory workJudicial reviewComplex IT and infrastructure disputesClaims for injunctive reliefCorporate litigation (including breach of warranty and shareholder disputes)Contentious IPDefamation and harassment mattersBreach of confidentiality claimsCommercial contract disputesProfessional negligence claimsWorking closely with colleagues across commercial, corporate and public law litigationSupporting a collaborative and ambitious team cultureMaintaining high professional standards and complianceCandidate RequirementsThis role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:5-8 years PQE in procurement litigation, public law litigation or commercial litigationStrong knowledge of public procurement law, including the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and Procurement Act 2023High Court litigation and dispute resolution experienceExcellent drafting skills and strong legal analysisConfidence supervising junior lawyersStrong communication and interpersonal abilitiesAbility to build strong relationships with clients and intermediariesExcellent project management skills and ability to meet deadlinesA practical and commercial approachMotivation, organisation and a proactive mindsetConfidence working directly with clientsInterest in business developmentStrong financial management of client mattersBenefitsThe firm offers:A supportive and intellectually stimulating work environmentClear career progression pathwaysRecognition for high-quality work and client serviceHybrid working with no fixed office-day requirementsPrivate medical insurance (Vitality)Generous pension schemeDiscretionary bonusMinimum 25 days holiday (plus option to buy 5 more)Life assuranceWellbeing support and Employee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to work schemeHow to ApplyIf this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.ukPhone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761At 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 from all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any 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.*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.*