Senior Associate (Property Litigation)

Arag Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A mid-sized law firm in Bristol seeks a Senior Associate for their Property team. Responsibilities include managing a caseload of property disputes and supervising junior members. Candidates must be qualified to conduct litigation and possess strong communication skills. The firm offers a competitive benefits package, flexible working options, and an emphasis on work-life balance. This is an opportunity to be part of a growing legal team with a supportive environment that prioritizes employee wellbeing.

Benefits

27 days holiday with the option to buy up to 5 more

Private Medical Insurance

Company pension scheme

Group Income Protection

Wellbeing programme

Employee discounts hub

Qualifications

• Qualified and/or authorized to conduct litigation is essential.
• Experience providing technical legal supervision to junior fee-earners is desirable.
• Experience with mediation and alternative dispute resolution preferred.

Responsibilities

• Run an autonomous caseload of property disputes from inception to ADR or trial.
• Supervise junior fee-earners providing technical legal support.
• Handle nuisance, trespass, and boundary disputes.
• Deal with claims involving easements and interference with rights of way.
• Ensure customers receive high standards of service.

Skills

Qualified to conduct litigation

Excellent written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Understanding of the SRA Code of Conduct

Job description

About the role

These are exciting times at ARAG Law, where we are going through a period of sustained growth across our litigation teams. This is a great time to join a hard‑working and friendly group of around 60 lawyers who together make up the Complex Litigation unit at ARAG Law. We are now seeking a Senior Associate in our Property team, who will be responsible for running an autonomous caseload and also for the supervision of more junior members of the team. You will also work closely with other Senior and Principal Associates ensuring our customers receive the highest standard of services whilst ensuring the efficient management of caseloads.

Why us?

ARAG Law has a unique and compelling business model which sets us apart from other mid‑sized firms. The insurance arm of ARAG underwrites legal expenses insurance and has millions of customers across the UK. When customers face a legal problem, whether a contract, property, employment or personal injury dispute, their legal cover gives them access to a panel of skilled lawyers to help resolve those disputes. ARAG Law sits at the heart of that panel, and therefore benefits from a steady influx of cases every year from the insurance group.

Only a stone’s throw from Bristol Temple Meads station, we have newly refurbished and modern city centre offices. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do, and we support flexible working options, and are happy to discuss part‑time hours for these opportunities.

In addition to a steady supply of high‑quality litigation from the ARAG Insurance Group, we offer a highly competitive benefits package including a generous pension, group income and legal protection and a host of products aimed at wellbeing, including a Sports and Social club and discounted gym memberships.

Responsibilities

• Run an autonomous caseload of property disputes from inception to ADR or trial.
• Supervise and provide technical legal supervision to more junior fee‑earners.
• Handle nuisance, trespass and boundary disputes (essential).
• Deal with claims involving easements and interference with rights of way.
• Ensure customers receive the highest standard of services whilst ensuring efficient management of caseloads.

Qualifications

• Qualified and / or authorised to conduct litigation (essential).
• Experience of providing technical legal supervision to more junior fee‑earners is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and attention to detail.
• A clear and demonstrable understanding of the SRA Code of Conduct.
• Experience of / willingness to use and develop Management Information for the purpose of managing and enhancing performance.
• Experience with mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday with the option to buy up to a further 5 days.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Company pension scheme with the option to increase contributions.
• Group Income Protection for all employees.
• Group Legal Protection for all employees.
• European Motor Assistance and Home Emergency Assistance.
• Salary sacrifice benefits including a Cycle scheme.
• A comprehensive wellbeing programme including an employee Health Cash Plan.
• Access to our employee discounts hub offering exclusive discounts across thousands of retail partners.

At ARAG we encourage our people to work flexibly and achieve a work‑life balance that works for them. In return for your commitment we will offer you generous remuneration and a benefits package as described above.

If you think you would be a good match for this role and can demonstrate some transferable experience please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the criteria listed above.