Commercial Litiation Associate

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Greater London; Sur place; GBP 80 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate (4-6 PQE) to join a well-regarded disputes practice in London. The role offers exposure to high-value domestic and international matters for businesses, directors and high-net-worth individuals.

You will advise on a broad range of disputes, including shareholder disputes, fraud, injunctions, asset tracing and cross-border litigation, with opportunities for business development and progression.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 4-6 years PQE.
• Solid commercial litigation experience in a disputes practice.
• Ability to manage matters with supervision and strong client management.
• Experience in drafting, litigation strategy and BD.

Responsabilités

• Advise on a diverse commercial disputes caseload including shareholder disputes.
• Handle fraudulent transactions and breach of directors' duties claims.
• Oversee asset tracing, recovery and enforcement of judgments.
• Take an active role in business development and client management.
• Engage in international and cross-border litigation.

Connaissances

Solicitor qualification England &W

4-6 PQE

Litigation experience

Drafting and strategy

Client management

Business development

Formation

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Description du poste

Commercial Litigation Associate (4-6 PQE)

A well-regarded and growing disputes practice is seeking a talented Commercial Litigation Associate (4-6 PQE) to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious litigator looking to work on a broad range of complex and high-value disputes, acting for businesses, directors, shareholders and high-net-worth individuals across both domestic and international matters.

The Role

You will advise on a diverse commercial disputes caseload, including:

• Director and shareholder disputes
• Fraudulent transactions
• Breach of directors' duties claims
• Asset tracing and recovery
• Professional negligence claims
• Injunctive relief and freezing orders
• Enforcement of domestic and foreign judgments
• Cryptocurrency and digital asset disputes
• International and cross-border commercial litigation

The team is recognised for handling technically challenging and strategically important disputes, often involving urgent applications, fraud-related issues and multi-jurisdictional elements.

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Be a qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with approximately 4-6 years' PQE
• Have solid commercial litigation experience gained within a recognised disputes practice
• Be confident managing matters with an appropriate level of supervision
• Have experience of drafting, client management and litigation strategy
• Demonstrate strong technical ability and commercial awareness
• Enjoy working closely with clients and taking an active role in business development

Experience of shareholder disputes, injunctions, asset recovery or fraud-related litigation would be particularly advantageous, although candidates with a broader commercial disputes background are also encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer?

• High-quality and intellectually stimulating disputes work
• Exposure to domestic and international matters
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Genuine opportunities for progression
• Salary in the region of £80,000-£90,000, depending on experience