Job Description
Commercial Litigation Associate / Senior Associate (5+ PQE)
Location: Liverpool with hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day remote)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £75,000 DOE
The Opportunity
A highly regarded specialist commercial law firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join its expanding Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution team in Liverpool.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Associate or Senior Associate to join a partner-led team handling complex, high-quality litigation for a broad range of commercial clients.
The successful candidate will work closely with experienced litigators on a varied and business-critical caseload, while also benefiting from significant autonomy, direct client exposure, and genuine long-term progression opportunities.
The firm has an established reputation across the North West business community and advises owner-managed businesses, corporates, directors, shareholders, investors, lenders, landlords and high-net-worth individuals on a wide range of contentious matters.
This role would suit a commercially minded litigator looking to further develop their technical expertise within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.
The Role
You will manage a broad and varied caseload of commercial disputes from instruction through to resolution, while supporting on larger and more complex litigation matters.
Key responsibilities include:
* Managing a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters from inception through to settlement and, where necessary, trial
* Advising clients on litigation strategy, merits, costs exposure and commercial risk
* Drafting pleadings, court applications, witness statements and other litigation documentation
* Handling pre-action correspondence and settlement negotiations
* Managing disclosure, witness evidence and expert evidence processes
* Instructing counsel and external experts where required
* Attending hearings, mediations and settlement meetings
* Working closely with partners on complex and high-value disputes
* Supporting business development initiatives and helping grow the department’s profile
* Maintaining excellent client relationships through responsive and commercially focused advice
Candidate Requirements
The firm is open to candidates at Associate or Senior Associate level with a strong commercial litigation background.
You will be:
* A qualified Solicitor with 4+ years PQE in Commercial Litigation / Dispute Resolution
* Experienced managing your own caseload independently
* Technically strong with solid knowledge of the CPR and litigation procedure
* Confident drafting pleadings, applications and strategic correspondence
* Commercially aware with strong client-facing skills
* Organised and capable of managing competing deadlines effectively
* Interested in business development and building long-term client relationships
* Comfortable working within a fast-paced and collaborative litigation team
Types of Work
The caseload will include a broad range of complex and high-value disputes, including:
* Contractual disputes
* Debt recovery matters
* Shareholder and director disputes
* Professional negligence claims
* Injunctions
* Insolvency-related disputes
* Property-related disputes, including lease and dilapidations matters
* Contentious probate matters
* General business-critical commercial disputes
Team & Culture
You will join a highly experienced and well-regarded disputes team within a modern commercial law firm known for its collaborative and supportive culture.
* Partner-led team with strong mentoring and supervision
* High-quality commercial litigation work
* Direct client contact and responsibility from the outset
* Entrepreneurial and commercially focused environment
* Genuine opportunities for progression and profile development
* Modern offices and supportive infrastructure
* Collaborative working culture with strong internal relationships
Benefits & Package
* Salary up to circa £75,000 depending on experience
* Hybrid working arrangement
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Company pension scheme
* Sick pay
* Free on-site parking
* Smart/casual office environment
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Excellent long-term career progression prospects
Why This Role?
This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor looking to take the next step within a respected and growing disputes practice.
The role offers a strong mix of high-quality litigation, autonomy, direct client involvement, and genuine progression potential within a commercially focused firm that continues to expand its presence across the North West market.
If you are an ambitious Commercial Litigator looking for a role with quality work, progression, and a supportive culture, I’d love to hear from you.
Niamh Nolan
niamh.nolan@oculuslegalgroup.com
07917 851628