Commercial Litigation Associate

SSQ; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Job summary

SSQ is looking for a Commercial Litigation Associate in London to join its disputes team. The role offers early responsibility, direct client exposure and involvement in high-value matters, including trial preparation and advocacy support.

The ideal candidate has 3–4 years' PQE in commercial litigation and a strong track record from a top law firm. You will work with partners and senior lawyers in a collaborative, development-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years' post-qualification experience in commercial litigation gained at a top law firm.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial dispute resolution.
• Experience handling complex, high-value litigation.
• Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to working within a team.
• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career within commercial disputes.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters.
• Advising clients on a wide range of complex commercial disputes.
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, applications and other court documents.
• Conducting legal research and preparing strategic advice.
• Assisting with trial preparation and attending hearings where required.
• Working closely with partners and senior lawyers on high-profile matters.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Supporting business development and contributing to the continued growth of the practice.

Skills

Commercial litigation experience (3–4y

Job description

Commercial Litigation Associate

Location: London

PQE: 3–4 Years

Overview

A leading London disputes practice is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate with 3–4 years' post-qualification experience to join its highly regarded Commercial Litigation team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer looking to work on complex, high-value commercial disputes within a team recognised for the quality of its work and its strong track record of taking cases through to trial.

The Role

The successful candidate will work as part of an established disputes team advising a broad range of clients on significant commercial litigation matters. The role offers early responsibility, direct client exposure and the opportunity to play an active role throughout the lifecycle of complex disputes, including trial preparation and advocacy support.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters.
• Advising clients on a wide range of complex commercial disputes.
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, applications and other court documents.
• Conducting legal research and preparing strategic advice.
• Assisting with trial preparation and attending hearings where required.
• Working closely with partners and senior lawyers on high-profile matters.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Supporting business development and contributing to the continued growth of the practice.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

• 3–4 years' post-qualification experience in commercial litigation gained at a top law firm.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial dispute resolution.
• Experience handling complex, high-value litigation.
• Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to working within a team.
• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career within commercial disputes.

The Team

The team has an established reputation for delivering high-quality commercial litigation work and is recognised for its willingness and ability to take matters through to trial. Lawyers benefit from working alongside experienced litigators in a supportive and collaborative environment that prioritises professional development and long-term career progression.

What's on Offer

• High-quality, complex commercial litigation work.
• Exposure to high-profile and trial-focused disputes.
• Genuine responsibility and excellent client exposure.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture with exceptionally low attrition.
• Strong commitment to training, mentoring and career development.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Competitive billable hour expectations in line with the London market.
• Clear opportunities for long-term progression.