Associate - Commercial Litigation

Flint Bishop

Sheffield

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Life insurance

Career development opportunities

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Social days and evenings

Staff card discount scheme

Job summary

Flint Bishop is seeking an Associate for their Commercial Litigation team in Sheffield. This role entails managing a personal caseload of complex commercial litigation matters and providing support on high-value cases. The successful candidate will maintain direct client relationships, offer leadership to junior members, and demonstrate a proactive and collaborative approach. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and generous holidays including additional days off for your birthday.

Qualifications

Significant PQE in Commercial Litigation.
Exceptional verbal and written communication to convey complex legal concepts.
Possess exceptional client care skills.

Responsibilities

Manage complex commercial litigation matters and a personal caseload.
Maintain direct client relationships and high standards of client care.
Provide technical expertise and supervision to junior team members.

Skills

PQE in Commercial Litigation

Verbal and written communication skills

Client care skills

Networking skills

Proactive management of matters

Job description

Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Commercial Litigation team in Sheffield at Associate level. This role involves managing a personal caseload of complex commercial litigation matters, while also providing support on high-value and strategically significant cases alongside senior colleagues. You will be responsible for maintaining direct client relationships, ensuring the highest standards of client care at all times, and acting as a trusted adviser to a broad range of clients and professional contacts. You will play a key role in developing and sustaining strong working relationships, ensuring matters are progressed efficiently, effectively, and in line with client expectations. The role also involves providing technical expertise, leadership, and supervision to junior team members, supporting their professional development and contributing to a culture of excellence across the department. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proactive, collaborative, and commercially minded approach, with a strong commitment to client service and a willingness to support colleagues and contribute positively to the wider team. Applications are also welcomed from candidates wishing to be based in our Leeds, York or Derby offices.

Key Responsibilities

Fee‑Earning

Manage a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters that can include:
Contractual disputes
Commercial property disputes
Landlord & Tenant disputes
Professional negligence disputes
Debt Recovery disputes
As well as managing a personal caseload of litigated matters, this role is responsible for supporting on more complex matters alongside senior members of the team;
Ensure matters are kept up to date in systems and new advancements are communicated to clients and the relevant team members;
Record all time in the Tikit system, including non‑billable activities;
Take responsibility for managing the client experience. Attend client meetings where necessary;
Take a keen interest in business development for the department and contribute where required;
Support departmental audits as and when required;
Take on additional tasks as reasonably required by the Head of Commercial Dispute Resolution;
Conduct legal research where required; and
Demonstrate a meticulous approach with great attention to detail.

Assisting Management

Attend monthly fee‑earner meetings and contribute as a senior member of the team;
Attend regular one‑to‑one meetings with the Head of Department to report on departmental priorities and financial performance;
Work proactively with the Head of Department to support team performance and development;
Monitor team capacity and assist with effective delegation of work where required.

Business Development

Take an active role in managing the client experience and attend client meetings where necessary;
Support the renewal process for existing clients to ensure a proactive and seamless approach;
Prepare and deliver external training sessions for prospective and existing clients;
Contribute to business development initiatives and report on related activity to senior management.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Have at significant PQE in Commercial Litigation.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to clients and stakeholders.
Possess exceptional client care skills.
Be highly motivated and able to add value to the role.
Be able to demonstrate proactive management of matters.
Possess networking and client development skills.

Disclosure will be required in the event that a position is offered.

Benefits