Commercial Litigation Senior Associate
Swindon
Salary up to £85k
Yolk Recruitment is proud to be supporting this recruitment campaign for a Commercial Litigation Senior Associate. This is a chance to join a highly regarded South West team with hybrid working and a friendly, collaborative culture. You will handle a varied Commercial Dispute Resolution caseload for corporates, SMEs and family-run businesses, with plenty of scope to develop your profile and progress.
As a Commercial Litigation Senior Associate, you'll work closely with colleagues across multiple offices and enjoy genuine flexibility. The role suits someone who can manage files independently, deliver clear advice, and build long-term client relationships while contributing to business development.
This is what you will be doing
As a Commercial Litigation Senior Associate, your duties and responsibilities will include:-
Running a mixed Commercial Dispute Resolution caseload, including contractual disputes, shareholder/director issues and debt claims.
Handling professional negligence matters and advising on risk, liability and strategy.
Managing mediation and other forms of ADR, preparing robust positions and achieving commercial outcomes.
Drafting pleadings, correspondence and settlement terms, and representing clients at hearings where appropriate.
Supporting business development by nurturing referrers, attending events and helping to win new work.
The experience you will bring to the team
You will bring the following experience to the Commercial Litigation team:-
3+ years' PQE in Commercial Litigation or Commercial Dispute Resolution within a recognised law firm.
Strong track record managing your own contentious caseload from instruction to resolution.
Confident with mediation and ADR, and comfortable advising clients on strategy and risk.
Excellent drafting, advocacy preparation and client care skills, with a focus on practical, commercial advice.
A proactive approach to business development and teamwork across offices and disciplines.
This is what you will get in return
Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package
Hybrid working with supportive, inclusive culture and modern office set-up
Private Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance and health checks, with options to tailor benefits for you and your family
Access to firm wide networking and social events, plus clear opportunities to grow your career
If you're a Commercial Litigation Senior Associate who enjoys high quality work, autonomy and genuine flexibility, this role offers a strong platform in the South West market.
Are you up to the challenge?
If you're a Commercial Litigation Associate ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to find out more. All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence by Yolk Recruitment. If you are looking to pursue the next step in your career with a highly regarded law firm, we encourage you to apply by contacting Oliver Coodye on (phone number removed) or alternatively send your CV
Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities