At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on commercial disputes and manage cases from pre-action to resolution.
- Company: Top-tier global disputes practice with a supportive team environment.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, clear progression opportunities, and a collaborative culture.
- Other info: Engage in business development and build strong client relationships.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on high-value, complex matters with market-leading clients.
- Qualifications: England & Wales qualified lawyer, NQ to 6 years' PQE with commercial disputes experience.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 60000 £ per year.
Associate to Senior Associate (NQ‑6 PQE) – Commercial Litigation & International Arbitration
Location: Leeds
Build your disputes expertise. Broaden your experience. Our client, a top‑tier global disputes practice, is seeking a proactive and ambitious lawyer to join their well‑regarded Leeds team. This role offers genuine flexibility on level— the firm is open to candidates ranging from newly qualified up to 6 years' PQE, with the position and responsibilities tailored accordingly.
The Opportunity
This is an ideal role for a lawyer who enjoys variety and wants to build a broad commercial litigation and arbitration practice. You'll work across complex, high‑value matters, develop your professional profile, and take on increasing responsibility within a supportive team environment.
What You'll Do
- Advise on a wide range of commercial disputes, including contractual, corporate and financial services disputes and civil fraud, across a broad range of industry sectors
- Support or manage disputes (depending on level) across all stages from pre‑action through to resolution
- Draft court documents, including pleadings and evidence
- Work collaboratively across the firm's global offices on cross‑border mandates
- Take ownership of workstreams appropriate to your level, with support from senior colleagues
- Build client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives
What They're Looking For
- England & Wales qualified lawyer, NQ up to 6 years' PQE
- Experience of commercial disputes gained through litigation and/or international arbitration matters
- Strong organisational and case management skills
- Client‑focused, with a commitment to first‑class service and developing client‑facing skills
- Strong technical ability and commercial awareness
- A strong work ethic and proactive approach to workload management
- A personable, collegiate mindset and good working relationships with colleagues, clients, and external organisations
- Willingness to engage in business development opportunities, including client secondments (for more senior candidates)
- A genuine interest in working flexibly across commercial litigation and arbitration
Why Join
- High‑quality, intellectually stimulating work with market‑leading clients
- A supportive, inclusive and collaborative culture
- Clear and transparent opportunities for development and progression
- Flexible and agile working arrangements
Commercial Litigation Associate/Senior Associate- from NQ to 6 years PQE in Leeds employer: Think Legal Recruitment
As a leading player in the real estate litigation sector, our Leeds office offers an exceptional work environment characterised by collaboration and support. We pride ourselves on providing our employees with ample growth opportunities, working alongside some of the most respected professionals in the industry while handling high-profile cases for prestigious clients. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and excellence in a vibrant city known for its rich culture and professional development prospects.
