2-5Pqe Commercial Litigation Associate - Brighton

Henderson Scott Limited; Brighton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Scott Limited in Brighton seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate (2-5 PQE) to join its Dispute Resolution team. You will handle a broad range of disputes with autonomy while collaborating on larger matters.

Ideal candidates will have strong advisory skills, be commercially minded, and capable of managing multiple deadlines. IT literacy and experience with case management systems are valued assets.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 2-5 years' PQE in commercial litigation.
• Broad experience across a range of disputes.
• Commercially minded problem solver with a pragmatic approach.
• Confident communicator with experience advising clients directly.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines.
• IT literate with experience using case management and time-recording systems.

Responsibilities

• Managing and progressing your own caseload efficiently, ensuring deadlines are met and clients are kept fully updated
• Developing strong working relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
• Supporting partners and senior team members on a range of complex disputes
• Supervising and coaching junior colleagues, contributing to a consistent and high-standard client service experience
• Sharing knowledge within the team through informal mentoring and occasional training
• Monitoring performance against financial targets including billing, time recording, and matter budgets
• Ensuring files are maintained accurately in accordance with firm procedures
• Contributing to business development, including attending events, supporting marketing initiatives, and building industry knowledge
• Maintaining a strong understanding of the legal and commercial landscape affecting dispute resolution teams

Skills

Litigation experience

Client advisory

Time management

Business development

Communication skills

IT literacy

Education

Qualified solicitor (2-5 PQE) in commercial litigation

Tools

Case management software

Time recording systems

Job description

A leading regional firm is seeking a talented Commercial Litigation Associate (2-5 PQE) to join its dynamic Dispute Resolution team based in Brighton. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated litigator to work within a supportive, ambitious team handling a high-quality and varied caseload.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will work across a broad range of complex and challenging disputes, including:

• Professional negligence matters

• Banking and finance litigation

• Contractual and commercial disputes

• Shareholder and partnership disputes

• Defamation claims

• Judicial review

• Contentious insolvency

You will manage your own caseload under supervision while also working collaboratively with colleagues on larger or multi-disciplinary matters. The role offers a strong balance of autonomy, teamwork, and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Managing and progressing your own caseload efficiently, ensuring deadlines are met and clients are kept fully updated

• Developing strong working relationships with clients and internal stakeholders

• Supporting partners and senior team members on a range of complex disputes

• Supervising and coaching junior colleagues, contributing to a consistent and high-standard client service experience

• Sharing knowledge within the team through informal mentoring and occasional training

• Monitoring performance against financial targets including billing, time recording, and matter budgets

• Ensuring files are maintained accurately in accordance with firm procedures

• Contributing to business development, including attending events, supporting marketing initiatives, and building industry knowledge

• Maintaining a strong understanding of the legal and commercial landscape affecting dispute resolution teams

About You

• Qualified solicitor with 2-5 years' PQE in commercial litigation

• Broad experience across a range of disputes

• Commercially minded problem solver with a pragmatic approach

• Confident communicator with experience advising clients directly

• Strong organisational skills, able to manage competing deadlines

• IT literate with experience using case management and time-recording systems

• Proactive and enthusiastic about business development and building client relationships