Commercial Litigation Senior Associate Solicitor
14 hours ago
Birmingham
Senior Associate – Dispute Resolution, Legal 500 Location: Birmingham Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £65,000+ Are you an experienced litigator looking for your next career-defining move? We are seeking a Senior Associate Solicitor (6 years’ PQE) to join our highly regarded Dispute Resolution team as a Commercial Litigator. This is a rare opportunity to play a senior role within a Legal 500 recognised practice, working alongside some of the leading names in litigation. My client is a forward-thinking, collaborative and ambitious firm, offering you the platform to take ownership of complex, high-value work, build your profile in the market, and contribute to the growth of a thriving department. About the Role As a Litigation Associate, you’ll be part of a dynamic team dealing with a wide spectrum of disputes, many of which are high-profile, complex and strategically important to our clients. You’ll handle your own caseload and support on larger matters, giving you exposure to a variety of contentious work, including: • Complex shareholder, director and partnership disputes often involving multi-party and cross-border elements, • Injunctive relief applications where urgent, high-stakes action is required, • Professional negligence claims, acting for both claimants and defendants, • Commercial and contractual disputes, often involving substantial sums and strategic implications for clients Beyond casework, you’ll have the opportunity to: • Play an active role in business development and networking to grow your practice and client base, • Develop your leadership skills by supervising and mentoring junior team members, • Gain exposure to high-quality clients across a wide range of industries including professional services, construction, manufacturing, tech and beyond, • Contribute to thought leadership through articles, seminars and events, strengthening both your personal profile and that of the firm About You We’re looking for someone who is not only technically strong, but also driven, commercially astute and client-focused. Ideally you will have: • 6 years’ PQE in litigation (although we welcome applications outside this range if you can demonstrate relevant experience), • A strong track record in managing and resolving complex disputes., • Proven ability to provide strategic advice and handle matters of significant value and importance., • Excellent leadership skills with experience of supervising and mentoring junior lawyers., • Strong communication and client care skills, with the ability to inspire confidence and build lasting relationships., • A proactive approach to business development, with the drive to grow your practice and contribute to the firm’s success. You will be someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, values innovation, and wants to be part of a firm where your expertise and leadership will be truly recognised. What We Offer We know that attracting and retaining top talent requires more than just interesting work. That’s why we offer a truly rewarding package, including: • Competitive salary (based on experience and performance), • Private healthcare – supporting your wellbeing, • High employer pension contribution – significantly above industry standard, • Multiple bonus schemes to reward performance and contribution, • Agile working – flexibility to balance office and remote working, • Clear progression opportunities with the support of senior colleagues to advance your career towards senior associate/partner level, • Access to ongoing training, mentoring and professional development tailored to your career goals, • A supportive, team-based culture where your contributions are recognised and valued, • Birthday day off, in addition to generous annual leave entitlement Why Join Us? We are not just another law firm. We are a team that: • Values people as much as performance – we invest in our staff’s wellbeing, growth and long-term success, • Delivers complex, cutting-edge work while maintaining a supportive, collaborative culture, • Offers genuine progression – we actively develop future leaders of the firm, • Celebrates success together – through social events, team-building activities and recognition schemes, • Joining us means becoming part of a forward-thinking firm where you’ll be empowered to grow, supported to succeed, and challenged to be the best you can be. If you are seeking your next strategic step, please apply today, or reach out confidentially to