Associate – Commercial Litigation

Job Title: Commercial Litigation Associate

Ready to take your career to the next level? We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us, and let’s shape the future together.

* We are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.

The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Associate
• Team: Commercial Litigation
• Location: Hybrid working from Exeter, Bristol, Plymouth or Southampton
• Working Pattern: Full-time/Part-time/Flexible
• Why this role matters: This is a pivotal opportunity to work with household-name clients as part of an ambitious team.

What you’ll do

In this role, you will:

• Develop a broad and interesting caseload, including commercial contractual disputes, shareholder and corporate disputes, matters for private equity owned portfolio companies, and some exposure to media and reputation management work, with the objective of having a more focused practice as you progress
• Be advising clients of varying size and complexity and working with inhouse legal teams, acting for clients in both claimant and defendant roles
• Focus on your client relationship building skills from the outset, ensuring you have plenty of opportunity to spend time getting to know our clients
• If you’re enthusiastic about business development – both for the team and the firm more widely – we will actively support and encourage you to engage in profile building and networking activities from the outset

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and brings:

• Experience of working on a variety of commercial litigation matters in a similar or larger sized firm, you may be a Trainee Solicitor looking for an NQ role or Associate looking for the next step in your career, seeking to work with larger and more complex clients
• You will be used to working with larger companies on commercial litigation matters and have a good awareness of the kinds of issues which can arise, with particular aptitude for analysing complex legal matters and giving direct, outcomes-focussed advice in plain English.
• You’ll share our passion for innovation, collaboration, and achieving great things together.

Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
• A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.
• A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
• A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
• Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.

Progressive benefits tailored to you

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Employee sabbaticals.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).
• An open, flexible working environment.
• For a full list of our benefits, please click here.

Ready to apply?

• Hit the “Apply Now” button.
• Send us your CV and a brief note on why this role is perfect for you.
• Our team will review your application and contact you, regardless of the outcome.
• Invited for an interview? Our straightforward process typically involves two interviews, with guidance from our talent team.
• We support your individual needs and can accommodate any adjustments or questions you may have before your interview.
• If you\’d like to visit our offices or test your kit for a virtual interview, just let us know.

Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.

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