50 Conflict Resolution jobs in the United Kingdom

Dispute Resolution Solicitor 5+ PQE

Salary: ~ 65K
Hours: full time.
Location: Bristol, hybrid 3 days in the office once settled/ after probation
Job Reference: SR78

OVERVIEW
An award-winning, multi-practice regional firm is seeking an experienced Dispute Resolution Solicitor to join our collaborative and professional team. We offer clear progression opportunities and work with a loyal client base, including high-net-worth individuals, on a broad range of complex and high-value commercial, construction, property, contractual, and professional disputes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage an independent and varied caseload of commercial disputes, including construction disputes with adjudications and commercial landlord and tenant matters, with minimal supervision.
• Advise clients on commercial litigation, including JVA disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, providing practical guidance on strategy, risks, and resolution options.
• Handle property litigation, including disputes concerning easements, restrictive covenants, injunctive proceedings, boundary disputes, adverse possession, and property damage claims, as well as residential possession claims.
• Act for clients in contentious trusts and probate disputes.
• Conduct mediations and arbitration's, providing strategic and commercially focused advice.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, witness statements, and settlement agreements.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, and other professionals to ensure smooth case progression and effective outcomes.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with at least 5 years post-qualification experience in commercial, construction, property, contractual, and professional disputes.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision.
• Experience in litigation, mediation, and arbitration, including drafting pleadings, witness statements, and settlement agreements.
• Strong client-facing skills, with the ability to provide practical and commercial advice and maintain effective professional relationships.
• Motivated to progress and develop within a regional award-winning firm.
• Comfortable engaging in business development initiatives and professional networking when required.

IN RETURN:

• Parking permits, pension scheme, EAP, flexible working, hybrid.

For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ (url removed)

• Minimum of 12 months experience in the field of Litigation preferably property disputes
• Experience in service charges
• Ground rent debt recovery both residential and commercial
• Landlord and tenant matters
• Experience of dealing with matters in the County Court and first tier tribunal

• Assisting fee earners with a wide range of matters
• Reviewing claims
• Liaising with clients and/or agents to collate information
• Assisting with research and drafting/preparation of advice
• Reviewing breach of covenant mattersassisting with research and the drafting/preparation of advice to Client and taking instructions to progress
• Assisting with preparation for compliance with Court and/or Tribunal deadlines as required
• Any other reasonable duties commensurate to the post as requested by your Line Manager

• Salary within the region of 28,000 - 35,000 and dependent on level of experience
• Hybrid working once completion of probation period
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Discretionary bonus structure
• Death in service
• Access to Perk box

Our client is a modern law firm with multiple offices across the Hampshire area. Renowned for their commitment to delivering exceptional client care, they pride themselves on providing top-quality legal services to their clients. This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable firm with a strong focus on fostering teamwork and professional development.

Duties will include:

• Managing own caseload of wide range of dispute resolution matters.
• Managing most of the procedure from instruction through to settlement.
• Providing a responsive service, giving clear and concise legal advice.
• Attend to clients of the firm on a regular basis.
• Maintaining continuing professional development requirements and taking an active interest in furthering knowledge within litigation.

The successful candidate will:

• A qualified Solicitor 3 years+ PQE.
• Have a very high level of technical competence when drafting documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.

What they offer:

• Salary dependent on experience £50,000 – £64,000
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and office closure during the week of Christmas.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity scheme
• Company pension.
• Private Medical Insurance scheme.

• Solicitor of England & Wales
• NQ - 3years + PQE within the area of Dispute Resolution
• Works well under pressure
• Excellent client care skills
• Excellent communication skills with a client-focused approach
• Able to explain matters in clear, accessible language
• Strong advocacy experience
• Good negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Business development experience

• Commercial and Civil Litigation
• Property Litigation
• Landlord and tenant act work
• Commercial litigation
• Debt recovery
• Contentious probate
• Statutory lease extension

• Solicitor of England & Wales
• NQ - 3years + PQE within the area of Dispute Resolution
• Works well under pressure
• Excellent client care skills
• Excellent communication skills with a client-focused approach
• Able to explain matters in clear, accessible language
• Strong advocacy experience
• Good negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Business development experience

• Commercial and Civil Litigation
• Property Litigation
• Landlord and tenant act work
• Commercial litigation
• Debt recovery
• Contentious probate
• Statutory lease extension

• Minimum of 12 months experience in the field of Litigation preferably property disputes
• Experience in service charges
• Ground rent debt recovery both residential and commercial
• Landlord and tenant matters
• Experience of dealing with matters in the County Court and first tier tribunal

• Assisting fee earners with a wide range of matters
• Reviewing claims
• Liaising with clients and/or agents to collate information
• Assisting with research and drafting/preparation of advice
• Reviewing breach of covenant mattersassisting with research and the drafting/preparation of advice to Client and taking instructions to progress
• Assisting with preparation for compliance with Court and/or Tribunal deadlines as required
• Any other reasonable duties commensurate to the post as requested by your Line Manager

• Salary within the region of 28,000 - 35,000 and dependent on level of experience
• Hybrid working once completion of probation period
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Discretionary bonus structure
• Death in service
• Access to Perk box

Dispute Resolution Solicitor 5+ PQE

Salary: ~ 65K
Hours: full time.
Location: Bristol, hybrid 3 days in the office once settled/ after probation
Job Reference: SR78

OVERVIEW
An award-winning, multi-practice regional firm is seeking an experienced Dispute Resolution Solicitor to join our collaborative and professional team. We offer clear progression opportunities and work with a loyal client base, including high-net-worth individuals, on a broad range of complex and high-value commercial, construction, property, contractual, and professional disputes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage an independent and varied caseload of commercial disputes, including construction disputes with adjudications and commercial landlord and tenant matters, with minimal supervision.
• Advise clients on commercial litigation, including JVA disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, providing practical guidance on strategy, risks, and resolution options.
• Handle property litigation, including disputes concerning easements, restrictive covenants, injunctive proceedings, boundary disputes, adverse possession, and property damage claims, as well as residential possession claims.
• Act for clients in contentious trusts and probate disputes.
• Conduct mediations and arbitration's, providing strategic and commercially focused advice.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, witness statements, and settlement agreements.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, and other professionals to ensure smooth case progression and effective outcomes.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with at least 5 years post-qualification experience in commercial, construction, property, contractual, and professional disputes.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision.
• Experience in litigation, mediation, and arbitration, including drafting pleadings, witness statements, and settlement agreements.
• Strong client-facing skills, with the ability to provide practical and commercial advice and maintain effective professional relationships.
• Motivated to progress and develop within a regional award-winning firm.
• Comfortable engaging in business development initiatives and professional networking when required.

IN RETURN:

• Parking permits, pension scheme, EAP, flexible working, hybrid.

For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ (url removed)

Our client is a modern law firm with multiple offices across the Hampshire area. Renowned for their commitment to delivering exceptional client care, they pride themselves on providing top-quality legal services to their clients. This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable firm with a strong focus on fostering teamwork and professional development.

Duties will include:

• Managing own caseload of wide range of dispute resolution matters.
• Managing most of the procedure from instruction through to settlement.
• Providing a responsive service, giving clear and concise legal advice.
• Attend to clients of the firm on a regular basis.
• Maintaining continuing professional development requirements and taking an active interest in furthering knowledge within litigation.

The successful candidate will:

• A qualified Solicitor 3 years+ PQE.
• Have a very high level of technical competence when drafting documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.

What they offer:

• Salary dependent on experience £50,000 – £64,000
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and office closure during the week of Christmas.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity scheme
• Company pension.
• Private Medical Insurance scheme.

Job Title: Solicitor NQ-5 PQE
Department: Dispute Resolution
Salary: DOE
Hours: Full Time, permanent
Location: Bristol, Hybrid.

Job Reference: CWS444

THE FIRM
Top 100 Law firm | Award winning | Legal 500 | Regional | Complex rewarding high value work.


RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage your own caseload (with the correct supervision) of commercial disputes such as professional negligence claims, breach of contract matters, warranty disputes, and issues arising out of corporate acquisitions. The team regularly advises on shareholder and director disputes, as well as claims involving misrepresentation and other business-related disagreements. Acting for a wide range of clients, including SMEs, business owners, and professional services firms
• Working closely with colleagues across commercial, corporate, and property teams on crossover matters
• Preparing for and attending court hearings, mediation's, or arbitration's
• Liaising with barristers, experts, and other professionals
• Supporting business development through networking, content, or client relationships
• Keeping accurate time records and ensuring good file management

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Qualified solicitor or equivalent (England & Wales)
• Background of working in other regional, national or leading law firms on complex disputes is desirable.
• Able to handle your own caseload from inception to completion with minimal to no supervision
• Personable, friendly and a team player attitude with motivation to drive the department and your own career to success.

IN RETURN

• Bonus structure
• Career development - tailored to you.
• At least 25 days holiday + bank holiday + Christmas off + buy or sell 1 week
• Life assurance policy
• Additional enhanced leave.
• Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements with a focus on work life balance.
• Discounted legal services
• Loads more!

For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ (url removed)

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