Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Commercial Litigation Associate – Leeds

A leading law firm is looking to appoint a Commercial Disputes Associate to join its highly regarded Litigation & Dispute Resolution team in Leeds.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the largest commercial disputes teams outside London, acting for a diverse client base ranging from entrepreneurs and owner-managed businesses to major UK and international organisations. You'll work on high-value, complex disputes across a broad range of sectors while benefiting from genuine responsibility, excellent mentoring and clear progression opportunities.

The Role

You'll work closely with experienced partners and senior lawyers on a varied caseload while also taking ownership of your own matters. The team advises on a wide spectrum of commercial disputes, including both domestic and cross-border matters.

The work includes:

• High-value commercial litigation and dispute resolution


• Litigation, arbitration, mediation, adjudication and expert determination


• Dispute avoidance and strategic advisory work


• Opportunities to develop specialist expertise in areas such as fraud, reputation management, procurement, confidential information and asset tracing


• Acting for clients across banking, real estate, infrastructure, energy, food & drink, private equity, manufacturing and retail

About You

You'll be a Commercial Litigation Solicitor with approximately 1-4 years' PQE and have:

• Experience handling a broad range of commercial disputes


• Strong technical, drafting and analytical skills


• A commercial and pragmatic approach to client service


• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build lasting client relationships


• A collaborative mindset with ambitions to develop your career within a leading disputes practice

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary


• Annual bonus scheme with the opportunity to earn up to 35%


• Low chargeable hours target of 1,350


• Hybrid working (50% office based)


• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to five additional days


• Paid sabbatical scheme offering up to four weeks' leave every three years


• Private BUPA healthcare


• Enhanced pension with a minimum 5% employer contribution


• Life assurance (4x salary)


• Excellent quality work and genuine long-term career progression

If you're looking to join a market-leading disputes team offering high-quality work, strong support and an excellent work-life balance, we'd love to have a confidential conversation.

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