The Role Commercial Litigation - Senior/Principal Associate Known for its innovative and collaborative culture, the firm is recognised in the Legal 500 for delivering exceptional client service and managing high-value, complex disputes. The team advises an impressive client base across a range of industries, including major corporates, government organisations, and private sector companies. They handle a wide variety of challenging and rewarding disputes, including contractual claims, professional negligence, shareholder and partnership disputes, fraud and asset recovery, and contentious regulatory matters. Key areas of work include handling complex contractual and commercial disputes, shareholder, partnership, and director conflicts, professional negligence claims, fraud and asset recovery matters, and contentious regulatory issues, ensuring comprehensive support for clients facing high-stakes and sensitive matters. The role offers significant scope for progression, with the opportunity to work on large-scale, high-profile disputes while collaborating closely with expert partners and multidisciplinary teams. You will also have the chance to lead client relationships, contribute to business development, and help shape the future of the team. The Candidate 5 years’ post-qualification experience in Commercial Litigation or Dispute Resolution from a leading firm Experience managing complex, high-value cases and delivering excellent results for clients A strong academic record and a commercially focused mindset Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships A proactive, solutions-driven approach, with a commitment to continuous improvement Experience in supervising and mentoring junior team members is desirable Why Join This Firm? Work for a firm consistently recognised in the Legal 500 and Chambers UK for its outstanding client service Benefit from clear pathways for advancement and opportunities to take on leadership responsibilities Join a team that values innovation, inclusion, and professional development Handle complex, high-profile disputes for prestigious clients in a supportive environment Enjoy hybrid and flexible working arrangements tailored to support your lifestyle The Benefits and How to Apply Competitive salary and bonus structure Generous annual leave entitlement, with options to buy or sell additional days Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Comprehensive private healthcare and wellbeing support Generous company pension scheme Ongoing professional development and training opportunities To apply, or for a confidential discussion about the role, please get in touch. No CV is required for an initial conversation. Contact: Dawn Everton, Retained Consultant Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0757 206 2975 Email: dawn.everton@williamjamesrecruitment.com