Job Description
Commercial Litigation Associate – 2–5 PQE
William James Recruitment is instructed on behalf of a leading, dynamic, full-service law firm based in London.
The Firm
Our client is a multifaceted law firm with a strong reputation in commercial litigation and sector-specialist services. Acting for a diverse range of clients, from multinational corporations and public companies to entrepreneurs and private individuals.
With an independent and entrepreneurial heritage, the firm focuses on long-lasting partnerships built on trust, integrity, and collaboration. Teams are forward-thinking, adaptable, and committed to leveraging technology and pragmatic solutions to address complex challenges. The firm works across sectors, from cutting-edge startups to global corporations, delivering expert legal guidance in a highly collaborative and innovative environment.
The Commercial Litigation Team
The team handles a broad spectrum of disputes for clients across multiple sectors. Work includes cross-border litigation, enforcement matters, shareholder disputes, contractual claims, and complex commercial disagreements. The team prides itself on delivering practical, commercially astute advice with a sector-focused approach.
The Role
Our client is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate (2–5 PQE) to join the team in London. The successful candidate will work on complex, high-quality matters across diverse sectors, supported by experienced partners and senior lawyers. This role offers exposure to varied and challenging disputes and excellent opportunities for professional development.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing a varied caseload of commercial disputes, including breach of contract, company law disputes (including shareholder disputes), and cross-border enforcement claims
* Conducting legal research and providing clear, commercially minded advice to clients
* Drafting inter-partes correspondence, evidence bundles, and interim applications
* Liaising with counsel, experts, and other stakeholders throughout proceedings
* Supporting senior team members on larger-scale litigation and arbitration matters
* Attending client meetings, mediations, and court hearings as required
* Contributing to marketing, business development, and building client relationships within the firm’s sectors
Candidate Profile:
* 2–5 PQE with experience in commercial litigation
* Strong drafting, analytical, and research skills
* Commercially minded and capable of delivering pragmatic, client-focused advice
* Comfortable managing tasks independently while collaborating effectively on larger matters
* Proactive, adaptable, and capable of handling a diverse range of disputes across sectors
* Engaged and motivated, with an interest in business development and contributing to firm initiatives
What the Firm Offers:
* Exposure to high-profile and sector-specialist clients
* A collaborative, innovative, and entrepreneurial environment
* Structured development and career progression opportunities
* Supportive culture that values creativity, initiative, and professional growth
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Contact: Alice Winter (Retained Consultant)
Direct Dial: 02039181665 Mobile: 07944055476
Email: alice.winter@williamjamesrecruitment.com
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