Commercial Litigation Associate - 1 to 5 PQE Needed - Leeds

QED Legal; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

QED Legal Recruitment Limited in Leeds is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate to join a well-established litigation team. You will handle high-quality, complex commercial disputes for a diverse client base, working alongside Partners, Legal Directors and Senior Associates.

The role focuses on general commercial disputes rather than a single niche, offering exposure to varied matters and a chance to further develop technical expertise within a supportive, high-calibre environment.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years PQE in commercial litigation.
• Broad grounding in general commercial disputes.
• Experience in a reputable law firm is preferred.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Genuine interest in handling high-quality litigation.

Responsibilities

• Work on a varied range of commercial disputes, including high-value matters.
• Develop technical expertise in general commercial disputes.
• Collaborate with Partners, Legal Directors and Senior Associates.
• Contribute to a high-calibre litigation environment.

Skills

1–5 PQE

General commercial disputes

Experience in reputable firm

Strong academics

Teamwork

Interest in complex litigation

Job description

Commercial Litigation Associate Leeds | 1–5 PQE

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Litigation Associate to join an established and highly regarded litigation team in Leeds.

This is an opportunity to become part of a team handling high-quality, complex commercial disputes, working alongside an experienced group of Partners, Legal Directors and Senior Associates.

The firm is looking for a commercially minded solicitor with between 1–5 years' PQE who has developed a strong grounding in general commercial litigation and is keen to continue building their experience within a high-calibre environment.

The Role

You’ll be involved in a varied range of commercial disputes, working on complex and often high-value litigation matters for a diverse client base.

The team is looking for someone with broad commercial litigation experience rather than a background focused exclusively on one particular specialism. The firm already has dedicated teams covering areas including property litigation, construction, employment and financial litigation, so this role will focus on general commercial disputes.

You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with senior members of the team, gaining exposure to challenging matters and developing your technical expertise.

About You

• Between 1–5 years' PQE in commercial litigation.
• A strong grounding in general commercial disputes.
• Experience gained within a reputable law firm.
• Strong academic credentials.
• The ability to manage matters effectively and work as part of an established team.
• A genuine interest in handling complex, high-quality litigation.

The Team

You’ll be joining an established team comprising 2 Partners, 3 Legal Directors, 4 Senior Associates and 1 Associate.

There is a wealth of experience within the department, offering an excellent opportunity to learn from and work alongside highly experienced litigators.

Location & Benefits

• Leeds-based position.
• Hybrid working, with an expectation of being in the office three days most weeks.
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience and individual expectations.
• Access to a comprehensive benefits package.