Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Role Overview

A national, sector-focused law firm is seeking a Solicitor or Associate to join its established Corporate and Commercial Disputes team. This position offers exposure to a broad range of commercial litigation matters, including high-value and complex disputes. The successful candidate will advise on contract disputes, procurement challenges, construction disputes, partnership issues, governance matters, complaints, and internal investigations.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed

As a guide applicants should have a minimum of 3–5 years’ PQE in commercial dispute resolution.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• A strong working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules
• Experience of alternative dispute resolution processes
• Practical involvement in key pre-trial stages, including pre-action work, merits assessment, instructing counsel, disclosure, witness statements, expert liaison, and trial preparation
• The ability to interpret complex contractual arrangements and clearly communicate risks and solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time-management ability
• Commercial awareness and understanding of diverse client needs
• Confidence working independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment

Experience advising clients in the health, social care, or charity sectors, and/or exposure to partnership disputes, would be advantageous but is not essential.

What’s on Offer?

Salary £56000-75000 depending on experience

• High-quality, varied commercial disputes work
• The chance to advise organisations delivering critical public services
• A supportive and inclusive culture with genuine emphasis on work-life balance
• Clear progression opportunities and the ability to help shape the development of the team
• Flexible working within a modern, forward-thinking firm

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded disputes lawyer looking to develop their career within a collaborative national team undertaking complex and rewarding work. To apply, please get in touch with your CV.