Commercial Disputes Lawyer (Associate, 12 Month FTC)
Location: Leeds (hybrid working)
Salary: £55,000 to £75,000 (dependent on experience)
Experience: Associate level (commercial litigation)
If you're a commercial disputes lawyer who enjoys varied, fast-moving work and wants to join a supportive team on a dedicated client project, this 12-month fixed-term contract in Leeds is a strong opportunity.
You'll work alongside an experienced disputes team within a national practice, advising on a broad range of commercial litigation matters. While this is a fixed-term role, there may be opportunities to secure a permanent position, subject to business need, performance and a review closer to the end of the contract.
Our client is looking to appoint an Associate to support a dedicated client project within its Commercial Disputes practice. The team is known for its commercial, practical approach to resolving business disputes, using a blend of formal proceedings and alternative dispute resolution.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting a dedicated client project within the Commercial Disputes team
- Advising on a broad range of complex and varied commercial litigation matters
- Assisting with formal proceedings, including court and arbitral proceedings
- Supporting alternative dispute resolution work, including negotiation, mediation and adjudication
- Working closely with colleagues across other practice areas where disputes arise from underlying transactions
- Supporting fee earners on complex matters, managing deadlines and maintaining strong drafting standards
- Contributing to training and marketing activity as appropriate
What We're Looking For
- Associate-level experience in general commercial litigation
- Sound technical understanding of the law, with strong drafting and communication skills
- A commercial, common-sense approach to problem solving
- Ability to work to deadlines in a challenging environment
- Self-motivated and keen to get involved in training and marketing
- Collaborative approach and ability to work well as part of a team, including cross-office working
Helpful (but not essential)
- Experience of defender personal injury work
What's On Offer
- 12-month fixed-term contract within a supportive, high-performing team
- Hybrid working (working pattern to be confirmed, depending on role and client requirements)
- Competitive financial package, including discretionary bonus (performance dependent)
- Private medical insurance, with options to upgrade and add family cover
- Pension with matched employer contributions (up to 5%)
- Life assurance (4x salary) and income protection cover
- 25 days' annual leave, rising to 27 with service, plus the option to buy or sell up to one week per year
- Sabbatical leave options (subject to eligibility)
- Health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 employee assistance programme and counselling
- Wellbeing subsidy towards gym, sports membership or wellbeing apps
- Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loan
- CSR day for volunteering (1 day per year) and payroll giving scheme
- Discounts and rewards portal, plus peer and manager recognition schemes
Working Arrangements
Full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract based in Leeds, with hybrid working (pattern to be confirmed, depending on role and client requirements).
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.
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Commercial Disputes Lawyer (12month FTC) in Leeds employer: Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions
Join a highly respected independent accountancy practice in Leeds, where your ambition and expertise as an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant will be valued. With a strong focus on career progression, a collaborative work culture, and the chance to mentor junior team members, this role offers a fulfilling opportunity to build lasting client relationships while contributing to the firm's growth.
Contact Details:
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Recruitment Team
