Dispute Resolution Partner

Are You a Litigation Leader Ready to Shape Something Big?

Here’s a rare opportunity: join a growing, nationally respected Legal 500 firm that recently opened its Bristol base and lead its Dispute Resolution practice into the next chapter. If you’ve ever thought, "I wish I could build my own team, mould my own corner of an office and still have the backing of a powerhouse firm," then read on.

• Title: Partner - Dispute Resolution (focusing on civil or commercial litigation)
• Location: Bristol (hybrid / flexible working, with strong support for remote days)
• Compensation: Up to £140,000 per annum
  , depending on experience + bonus structure & benefits

• You won’t be slotting into a fully formed machine; you’ll be moulding the shape of litigation in a city where there’s serious growth momentum. The firm’s established in other major UK locations; the Bristol office is young but ambitious.
• You’ll get autonomy
  : build your own offering, shape strategy, bring in work, hire, develop junior / mid‑level litigators, set the tone for "how we do litigation here."
• You’ll have top‑tier support
  : the resources, reputation, systems of a Legal 500‑ranked national practice. You’ll benefit from strong leadership, established client channels and cross‑office collaboration.

• An experienced litigation partner or senior counsel, with strong experience in civil and/or commercial litigation
  .
• Entrepreneurial: you see opportunities where others see obstacles. You’re someone who can generate business, nurture client relationships and lead a team.
• Collaborative but independent: you want support but hate micromanagement. You want to build something your way; while knowing you have the backing and structure of a major firm.
• Bristol‑minded: you’re attracted by the chance to put down roots in the Bristol legal scene, establishing presence, reputation and a team here.

• Hybrid & Flexible Working
  : balance your time between Bristol, home and wherever else you need to be.
• Generous Benefits Package
  : (Pension, health/insurance perks, CPD, etc.) that reflect the seniority of the role.
• Leadership Opportunities
  : team building, mentoring, influencing strategy - not "just another hire."
• Exposure & Growth
  : you’ll play a core role in shaping the firm’s litigation presence in a region with huge potential.
• Autonomy + Support
  : make decisions, lead deals, build ways of working; but you’ll have the infrastructure, experienced colleagues and firm‑resources behind you.

Though we’re keeping the name under wraps for now, this is not a boutique. The firm is:

• Consistently ranked as one of the top Legal 500 practices nationally;
• Known for demanding high standards, having a strong culture of integrity and delivering excellent client service;
• An organisation that invests in people, leads in quality but hopes you’ll bring your own style, drive and vision.

If you’re intrigued, inspired, maybe a little bit fired up by this possibility of building your vision of litigation in Bristol, let’s talk or apply directly now!

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.