Supervising Associate-AI Regulatory & Technology Disputes

Supervising Associate - AI Regulatory & Technology Disputes - Bristol - 4-6 Years PQE
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (hybrid working)
Salary: £95,000 to £120,000 (depending on experience)

A leading international law firm is seeking a Supervising Associate (4-6 PQE) to join its specialist AI Regulatory & Technology Disputes team in Bristol. This is a rare opportunity to work at the forefront of AI, emerging technologies, and complex commercial disputes, advising major global organisations on high value and high profile matters.

The team is recognised as a market leader in AI regulation and technology related disputes, handling cutting edge issues involving regulatory enforcement, data usage, algorithmic decision making, cyber incidents, technology failures, and multi jurisdictional investigations.

The Role
You will work closely with partners and senior lawyers on a wide range of sophisticated disputes and investigations, including:

• AI related regulatory enforcement and compliance matters
• Technology and digital related commercial disputes
• Investigations involving innovative products, platforms, and emerging technologies
• Multi jurisdictional disputes involving novel legal and factual issues
• Supervising junior lawyers and managing workstreams
• Contributing to the development of the firm's AI and technology disputes offering
• Collaborating with colleagues across the wider national and international network

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a talented disputes lawyer with:

• 4-6 years' PQE in complex commercial disputes, investigations, or contentious regulatory work
• Experience in AI, technology, data, or digital related disputes
• Preferred but not essential: experience in AI regulation or broader EU tech regulation
• Strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills
• Ability to supervise junior team members and manage discrete aspects of matters
• Confidence working on fast moving, high stakes matters
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to high quality client service
• Training and qualification at a leading law firm or the Bar

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses and private medical insurance
• Extensive learning and development opportunities through a global skills academy
• Hybrid working model (minimum three days in office, subject to client needs)
• Integration with innovative legal technology solutions
• Recognition as a leading employer for diversity, inclusion, and social mobility
• Active social, wellbeing, and sports committees

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

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.*