Senior Associate - Catastrophic Injury - Bristol - 10+ PQE

A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate (10+ PQE) to join its rapidly expanding Catastrophic Injury team in Bristol. This is a senior position within a top ranked practice, offering the opportunity to lead and manage complex, high value catastrophic injury cases involving life changing injuries, sensitive circumstances and matters that often attract national media attention. You will play a key role in the continued growth and reputation of a highly specialised and supportive team.

The Role

• Manage and lead a high value defendant caseload, including catastrophic motor, employer's liability and public liability claims
• Handle cases involving severe, life‑changing injuries and complex quantum issues
• Perform detailed analysis of Ogden tables and future loss calculations
• Handle high‑profile, sensitive and technically challenging matters
• Work closely with Partners recognised as market leaders in catastrophic injury
• Collaborate with major insurers, corporates and London market clients
• Support junior lawyers and contribute to team development
• Play an active role in innovation, process improvement and best practice delivery

Candidate Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience in catastrophic injury work
• Proven experience handling high value motor, EL and PL claims
• Strong technical expertise, including Ogden tables and future losses
• Experience assisting on large, complex cases within a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, commercially minded and solutions‑focused approach
• Experience level is a guideline only – candidates with more or less experience will be considered.

Benefits

• A supportive, collaborative and forward‑thinking working culture
• Opportunities for secondments and international collaboration
• Access to cutting‑edge legal technology and innovation tools
• Clear development pathways and career progression
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Competitive salary and benefits package

How to Apply

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The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

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.