Commercial Disputes Associate / Senior Associate

BCL Legal; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BCL Legal is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join a leading national law firm’s Commercial Dispute Resolution team in the UK. You will handle high-value disputes, advise on strategy, and contribute to client relationships from day one.

The role provides exposure to High Court proceedings, arbitration, and cross-border matters, with a clear path for progression and the opportunity to work alongside respected litigators.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with significant commercial litigation experience.
• Excellent knowledge of High Court litigation and Civil Procedure Rules.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Experience advising commercial clients across sectors.
• Ability to manage client relationships and supervise junior lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex commercial litigation matters from instruction to trial, settlement or enforcement.
• Advise corporate clients on litigation strategy, risk and dispute resolution.
• Handle High Court litigation, arbitration and other ADR.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, applications and key litigation documents.
• Manage large-scale disclosure using eDisclosure platforms.
• Collaborate with leading Counsel on high-profile cases and develop strategy.
• Supervise, mentor and support junior team members with high standards.

Skills

Commercial litigation

High Court litigation

Drafting

Negotiation

Client management

Supervising juniors

Job description

Commercial Litigation Associate / Senior Associate

Are you an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career with a leading national law firm? An outstanding opportunity has arisen to join a highly regarded Commercial Dispute Resolution team recognised for delivering strategic, commercially focused advice to an impressive portfolio of FTSE 100, multinational and owner-managed businesses.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-value, complex commercial disputes while developing your expertise alongside respected litigation specialists. The successful candidate will enjoy exposure to market-leading work, genuine responsibility from day one and a clear pathway for career progression.

The Opportunity

You will join an established Commercial Dispute Resolution team that advises clients across a broad range of industries, including financial services, technology, telecommunications, professional services, food and drink, and utilities.

The team handles a wide variety of complex commercial litigation matters, including High Court proceedings, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution, acting for businesses throughout the UK and Ireland.

This role offers the opportunity to work on significant disputes involving contractual claims, shareholder disputes, intellectual property matters and other complex commercial litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex commercial litigation matters from initial instruction through to trial, settlement or enforcement.
• Advise corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals on litigation strategy, commercial risk and dispute resolution.
• Handle High Court litigation, arbitration and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, applications and other key litigation documents, including injunctions and summary judgment applications.
• Manage large-scale disclosure exercises using eDisclosure platforms.
• Work closely with leading Counsel on high-profile litigation, preparing briefs and developing case strategy.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted adviser throughout the litigation process.
• Supervise, mentor and support junior members of the team, ensuring high standards of technical excellence.

About You

Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors with strong commercial litigation experience who can demonstrate:

• Significant experience managing commercial disputes from inception through to resolution.
• Excellent technical knowledge of High Court litigation and Civil Procedure Rules.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and advocacy support skills.
• Experience advising commercial clients across a range of sectors.
• Confidence managing client relationships and running matters with appropriate supervision.
• Previous experience supervising junior lawyers would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join one of the UK's most respected commercial dispute resolution teams, working alongside recognised litigation specialists on high-profile and technically challenging matters.

If you're an ambitious Commercial Litigation Solicitor seeking high-quality work, excellent career prospects and the opportunity to advise leading UK businesses on significant commercial disputes, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information regarding this commercial disputes opportunity, please contact Nicola O'Hanlon at BCL Legal.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.