Senior Solicitor/Partner

🔒 Confidential Employer

Posted 8 May 2026

LOCATION

London

TYPE

Full-time

LEVEL

Mid-Senior level

SALARY

£150,000 / year

SKILLS

Dispute Resolution Cross-border Matters Litigation Arbitration Client Relationship Management Business Development Legal Strategy Team Leadership

FULL DESCRIPTION

Senior Solicitor/Partner. Central London

Location: London | Job Type: Permanent | Salary: £120,000 - £150,000 per annum | Package: Performance generous bonus, health and pension benefits

Our client is a boutique London-based law firm specialising in complex, high-value, and cross-border matters. The firm advises corporates, investors, and high-net-worth individuals on dispute resolution, regulatory issues, and international legal strategy, well-established and recognised for their commercially focused approach, international outlook, and ability to navigate sophisticated legal challenges across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

Business Development & Client Relationships

Originate new instructions and develop a strong pipeline of work
Build and maintain relationships with corporates, investors, and high-net-worth individuals
Convert opportunities into retained matters
Maintain long-term client relationships and repeat instructions

Legal Delivery & Leadership

Lead complex litigation, arbitration, and cross-border matters
Provide strategic legal advice to clients
Supervise and support solicitors and junior team members
Ensure high standards of legal work and client service

Commercial & Pricing Responsibility

Scope and price matters appropriately, with input from Finance where required
Monitor matter progress against scope and budget
Ensure matters are managed in a commercially effective manner

Strategic Contribution

Contribute to the firm's growth strategy and positioning
Support development of key practice areas and markets
Participate in thought leadership and external profile-building

Key Skills

7+ years PQE
Strong experience in dispute resolution and/or cross-border matters
Demonstrated ability to originate work and manage client relationships
A portable client following is advantageous for a Partner-level appointment
Commercially minded with an understanding of pricing and profitability
Strong communication and leadership skills
International experience or client exposure is advantageous

Job Advantages

Fantastic close-knit team to be a part of
Exciting clients and cases
Diverse international environment
Competitive salary and impressive performance bonus potential
Flexible work – hybrid options available
Charming office in the heart of London