Associate

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment seeks a Commercial Disputes Associate in London (circa 5-6 PQE) to join a highly regarded disputes practice. You will handle a broad spectrum of complex, high-value disputes, including commercial litigation and multi-jurisdictional matters.

The role offers significant early responsibility and opportunities for direct client contact, strategy involvement, and growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial disputes or cross-border litigation is preferred.
• Ability to engage with clients directly from an early stage.
• Strong analytical and drafting skills for complex disputes.

Responsibilities

• Direct client contact and involvement in case strategy from an early stage.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and firm growth.
• Manage and progress high-value disputes with supervision.

Skills

Commercial disputes

Client contact

Case strategy

Business development

Job description

A highly regarded specialist disputes practice in London is seeking a Commercial Disputes Associate (circa 5-6 PQE) to join its expanding team.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of complex, high-value disputes, including commercial litigation and international matters with multi-jurisdictional elements. The team acts for a diverse client base across a variety of sectors and regularly handles substantial and strategically important mandates.

Associates are given significant responsibility from an early stage, including direct client contact, involvement in case strategy and opportunities to contribute to business development initiatives. The firm combines high-quality work with a collaborative and supportive culture, offering genuine opportunities for progression.