Senior Associate - Contract DisputesLocation: BristolJob Type: Full-timeJoin our client during a period of exciting business change and growth. They are seeking a Senior Associate for our Contract Disputes team within the Volume Litigation Department. This role is pivotal in providing technical supervision and leading a sub-team focused on Small Claims Track and Fast Track matters.Day-to-day of the role:Supervise and provide technical guidance to a small sub-team handling Small Claims Track and Fast Track matters.Occasionally manage a caseload of up to 10 consumer and commercial contract cases of Fast or Intermediate Track value.Assess the prospects of success of contract claims, including both consumer and commercial disputes, for claimants and defendants.Negotiate and litigate claims through the Civil Courts, potentially to trial.Provide exceptional customer service and assist the team''s Senior and Principal Associate managers as required.Required Skills and Qualifications:Fully qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with experience in managing Fast Track value cases.Strong background in Contract Law and Civil Procedure Law.Previous people management experience, with skills in supervising, mentoring, and training junior colleagues.Exceptional customer focus, assertiveness, and organizational skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to proactively identify complex customer issues and offer solutions while adhering to correct processes.Capable of ..... full job details .....