Are you an English & Welsh Qualified Solicitor (4 + PQE) based in Edinburgh, looking to work on high-calibre and complex Commercial Litigation matters?
This is a unique opportunity for you to join a L500 rankled department, work with leading professionals in the Dispute Resolution practice, with a UK and cross border reach.
Role
Join a Top 20 International Law Firm as a Commercial Litigation Associate in their growing Tier 1-ranked Dispute Resolution team, based in the heart of Edinburgh. This is a rare opportunity to work on some of the most high-profile, complex litigation and arbitration matters in the UK and globally while being part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.
You'll advise on a wide range of sophisticated commercial disputes across key sectors including TMT, energy, financial services, life sciences and transport.
In this role, you will manage significant cases under partner supervision and be responsible for drafting key litigation documents, leading client communications and supporting strategic business development initiatives. You'll also be involved at every stage of the dispute resolution process, from pre-contractual negotiations and injunctions to multi-jurisdictional litigation, enforcement and recovery actions.
Your Experience
* Be England & Wales qualified with 4+ years' PQE in Commercial Litigation
* Have solid experience, advising blue-chip clients on high-value, complex litigation or arbitration matters
* Demonstrate a strong understanding of litigation, arbitration and ADR, with the ability to deliver commercially-focused legal advice
* Be comfortable drafting pleadings, party correspondence, instructions to Counsel and court documents at a high standard
* Be an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and client-handling ability
* Be confident working independently and collaboratively within a close-knit, high-performing team
* Be proactive in developing client relationships and contributing to the firm's business development goals
* Have strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a dynamic and diverse caseload across multiple sectors
Benefits & Opportunities
* Join a Top 20 international firm with one of the UK's most respected litigation practices
* Be part of a Tier 1-ranked team handling some of the most significant commercial disputes in the UK and internationally
* Gain exposure to high-profile clients and cross-border disputes across a variety of sectors
* Work in a genuinely supportive and collegial environment, with strong emphasis on mentoring and development
* Access to structured career development, clear progression routes and leadership support
* Enjoy flexible and hybrid working, alongside a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
If you'd like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Tilly Scott at tilly@jmc-legal.com or 0131 460 7747 for a confidential discussion.
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