Commercial Disputes Managing Associate

Lynx Employment Services Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in London is looking for a Managing Associate to join its Commercial Disputes team. The role involves leading complex disputes and collaborating across teams. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of PQE, strong client focus, and a desire to mentor junior staff. This position offers competitive remuneration and clear career progression in a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Professional development opportunities

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Possess strong experience in commercial disputes.
• Ability to build long-term client relationships.
• Comfortable handling intellectually challenging work.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex commercial disputes and litigation matters.
• Build and nurture trusted client relationships.
• Contribute to innovation initiatives involving AI.
• Mentor junior team members and support knowledge sharing.

Skills

Client-focused

Proactive

Detail-oriented

Strategic thinking

Team collaboration

Education

5 years’ PQE in private practice

Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a talented Managing Associate to join its highly regarded Commercial Disputes team in London. This is a rare opportunity to take on a pivotal role at a crucial stage in your career, working alongside UK and international Partners on complex, high-value disputes for blue-chip clients, public bodies, and high-net-worth individuals across multiple sectors.

You’ll be joining a busy, high-performing, and diverse team with a reputation for excellence in dispute resolution, litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR). The role offers clear career progression, the chance to work with market-leading clients, and to be part of a culture that values growth, collaboration, and innovation.

THE TEAM

Our client’s Commercial Disputes Group is recognised as a market leader across the UK and internationally. The team is known for its ability to deliver strategic, innovative solutions in high-stakes matters, often acting against major City and Magic Circle firms.

The practice works across a broad range of industries, including:

• Retail
• Transport and logistics
• Digital and technology
• Food & drink
• Healthcare
• Energy and utilities
• Financial services

You will work closely with non-contentious colleagues, gaining a deep understanding of clients’ businesses and transactions to deliver advice that makes an impact.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead on complex commercial disputes, litigation, and arbitration matters, often multi-jurisdictional in nature
• Build and nurture trusted client relationships, with opportunities for business development
• Collaborate across teams, practice areas, and industry groups to deliver seamless service
• Contribute to innovation initiatives, including leveraging AI and technology in dispute resolution
• Mentor and support junior team members, contributing to a culture of knowledge sharing and development
• Engage in formal training, coaching, and leadership development programmes to support your career progression

ABOUT YOU

• Have at least 5 years’ PQE gained in private practice, with strong experience in commercial disputes
• Be client-focused, proactive, and confident in building long-term relationships
• Be detail-oriented, strategic, and comfortable handling intellectually challenging work
• Be curious about clients’ businesses, drivers, and priorities, delivering advice with imagination and impact
• Be a collaborative, supportive team player, committed to mentoring others and contributing to the wider firm

WHY APPLY?

• Our client offers: The chance to join a tier-leading disputes practice at a global firm
• Exposure to high-profile, complex disputes and top-tier clients
• A supportive, forward-thinking culture that values professional development and diversity
• Competitive remuneration, benefits, and clear progression opportunities
• If you’re an ambitious Managing Associate or a Senior Associate ready for the next step in your disputes career, this is an opportunity not to be missed.