Overview
A leading regional firm is seeking a talented Commercial Litigation Associate (2-5 PQE) to join its dynamic Dispute Resolution team based in Brighton. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated litigator to work within a supportive, ambitious team handling a high-quality and varied caseload.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will work across a broad range of complex and challenging disputes, including:
* Professional negligence matters
* Banking and finance litigation
* Contractual and commercial disputes
* Shareholder and partnership disputes
* Defamation claims
* Judicial review
* Contentious insolvency
You will manage your own caseload under supervision while also working collaboratively with colleagues on larger or multi-disciplinary matters. The role offers a strong balance of autonomy, teamwork, and professional development.
Responsibilities
* Managing and progressing your own caseload efficiently, ensuring deadlines are met and clients are kept fully updated
* Developing strong working relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
* Supporting partners and senior team members on a range of complex disputes
* Supervising and coaching junior colleagues, contributing to a consistent and high-standard client service experience
* Sharing knowledge within the team through informal mentoring and occasional training
* Monitoring performance against financial targets including billing, time recording, and matter budgets
* Ensuring files are maintained accurately in accordance with firm procedures
* Contributing to business development, including attending events, supporting marketing initiatives, and building industry knowledge
* Maintaining a strong understanding of the legal and commercial landscape affecting dispute resolution teams
About You
* Qualified solicitor with 2-5 years\' PQE in commercial litigation
* Broad experience across a range of disputes
* Commercially minded problem solver with a pragmatic approach
* Confident communicator with experience advising clients directly
* Strong organisational skills, able to manage competing deadlines
* IT literate with experience using case management and time-recording systems
* Proactive and enthusiastic about business development and building client relationships
📞 For a confidential discussion, contact Stephanie Richardson at Henderson Scott on #removed#.
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