Commercial Disputes Associate / Senior Associate

IPS Group; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

IPS Group in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Commercial Disputes lawyer to join its high-calibre national practice. The role involves handling a broad range of general commercial disputes and working closely with partners to deliver exceptional client service.

You will manage complex cases from inception through to resolution, develop client relationships, mentor junior lawyers and contribute to business development initiatives within a collaborative, supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in general commercial disputes.
• Experience in reputable commercial litigation practice.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver exceptional service.
• Commercial awareness with pragmatic problem solving.
• Experience supervising, mentoring and developing junior lawyers.
• Collaborative and proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on a wide range of commercial disputes and litigation matters.
• Managing complex cases from inception through to resolution.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Supporting business development initiatives and networking activities.
• Supervising, mentoring and helping develop junior team members.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider national practice.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Client relationship mgmt

Mentoring juniors

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Commercial Disputes - Associate / Senior Associate

Birmingham Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Commercial Disputes lawyer looking to join a leading national law firm with a strong local presence? Our client is seeking an ambitious and technically strong Lawyer to become part of its highly regarded national Commercial Disputes team in Birmingham.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking practice that advises a diverse client base across a broad range of sectors on complex and high-value commercial disputes.

The Firm

Our client is a well-established national law firm renowned for combining national capability with local expertise. With a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client service, the firm prides itself on fostering an inclusive and supportive culture where individuals are encouraged to develop, innovate and thrive. The firm is committed to making a positive impact on its clients, colleagues and communities, creating an environment where people genuinely feel valued and supported.

The Role

Joining the Birmingham Commercial Disputes team, you will work alongside experienced partners and legal professionals on a broad range of general commercial contentious matters. You will play a key role in supporting and growing client relationships while helping to develop the next generation of legal talent within the team. Key responsibilities include:

• Advising clients on a wide range of commercial disputes and litigation matters.
• Managing complex cases from inception through to resolution.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Supporting business development initiatives and networking activities.
• Supervising, mentoring and helping develop junior team members.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider national practice.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Strong technical expertise in general commercial disputes.
• Experience gained within a reputable commercial litigation practice.
• A proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver exceptional client service.
• Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to problem solving.
• Experience supervising, mentoring and developing junior lawyers.
• A collaborative and proactive approach to your work.