Job Title: Commercial Litigation Solicitor 3-5 PQE Salary: DOE - circa up to £85K Hours: full time Location: Bath Job Reference: CWS370 OVERVIEW We're looking for a Solicitor or Associate to join a friendly and experienced Commercial Dispute Resolution team. The role offers a mix of home and office working and involves a varied caseload for a broad range of clients. The firm is Legal 500 recognised and offers one of the best benefits packages in the market. You'll have access to clear development opportunities, ongoing training, and a supportive culture that values wellbeing and inclusion. RESPONSIBILITIES With the support of paralegals, legal assistants, secretaries, and other solicitors within the team, you will: * Independently manage a diverse caseload of commercial disputes, including contractual disputes and professional negligence claims, often resolving complex matters prior to court proceedings through early negotiation or settlement. * Advise clients on claims involving professionals such as tax advisors, solicitors, architects, and financial advisors. * Work with experts to assess and support claims related to professional advice errors. * Collaborate with insurers and explore litigation funding options. * Utilise alternative dispute resolution (ADR) strategies to achieve efficient, cost-effective outcomes. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED * Qualified Solicitor or equivalent (England & Wales) with strong academic background. * At least 3 years post qualified experience managing professional negligence and commercial dispute cases within a reputable firm. * Strong expertise in litigation and settlement negotiations, with a focus on achieving timely resolutions. * Excellent client advisory and communication skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Strong organisational and time management skills. IN RETURN: * Private healthcare and dental cover * 25 days' holiday, increasing with years service, bank holiday, buy/sell scheme and additional leave. * Hybrid working and flexible hours * Cycle-to-work scheme and season ticket loans * Pension, life assurance, income protection, and critical illness cover * Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave * Many more. For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpsonjudge.co.uk Keywords commercial litigation. dispute resolution. commercial disputes. contractual disputes. professional negligence. ADR. mediation. senior associate. litigation solicitor. commercial dispute resolution. southwest legal jobs. hybrid legal roles. SME legal advice. corporate disputes. family business law. high-value litigation. legal associate. business disputes. legal job south west.