Commercial Litigation Associate

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Wakefield seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate to lead group litigation cases and negotiate settlements. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years' PQE and a strong background in group litigation, with opportunities to handle high-profile cases in a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to work in a specialist team

Competitive package

Qualifications

• 1-3 PQE in litigation, particularly on class actions.
• Strong academic background in law.
• Extensive experience in consumer law and product liability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage group litigation cases.
• Negotiate settlements and draft complex agreements.
• Represent clients in high-profile cases.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Strategic Thinking

Education

Law Degree

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Location:

wakefield, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Your new company

It is a leading law firm that specialises in group litigation, consumer law, environmental and product liability, and international claims. They are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Group Litigation Solicitor to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in claimant litigation, with a focus on group actions. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile cases and make a significant impact in the field of group litigation.
Your new role

• Lead and manage group litigation cases, including consumer law, environmental/product liability, and international claims.
• Develop and scope potential new group/representative/collective actions.
• Work closely with external solicitors and counsel on innovative legal actions
• Handle complex legal issues, including service out of jurisdiction, foreign applicable law, and quantum.
• Liaise with litigation funders, third-party marketing consultants, and NGOs.
• Negotiate settlements and draft complex settlement agreements.
• Represent clients in high-profile cases, ensuring their interests are effectively advocated.

What you'll need to succeed

• Ideally between 1-3 PQE (guidelines only)
• Strong academic background, ideally with experience at a leading law firm working on class actions.
• Extensive experience in group litigation, particularly in consumer law, environmental/product liability, and international claims.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to handle vulnerable claimants or witnesses sensitively.

What you'll get in return

• Opportunity to work in a specialist team on a broad range of work.
• Competitive package.

What you need to do now
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