Commercial Litigation Partner

Austen Lloyd Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in London is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Partner to manage complex, high-value disputes and develop client relationships. This strategic role offers excellent remuneration and genuine progression opportunities, including equity partnership. Candidates should have a proven track record in commercial litigation, strong leadership skills, and a drive for business development. The firm promotes a supportive work environment with hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Hybrid working arrangements

Genuine progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in handling complex, high-value commercial disputes.
• Strong business development capability and client following (or the ability to build one).
• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing complex commercial litigation matters from initial advice through to resolution.
• Handling high-value disputes including contractual claims, shareholder disputes, professional negligence, and commercial fraud.
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to business development strategy.

Skills

Complex commercial disputes management

Client relationship development

Leadership and mentoring

Business development

Job description

Commercial Litigation Partner – Legal 500 Firm – London

Salary: Competitive | Hybrid Working | Clear Progression Path

A highly regarded Legal 500 firm in London is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Partner to join its well-established and ambitious dispute resolution practice. This is a strategic senior appointment offering the opportunity to work on complex, high-value disputes while helping to shape the future growth of the team within a supportive and progressive firm.

The Role

• Leading and managing complex commercial litigation matters from initial advice through to resolution
• Handling high-value disputes including contractual claims, shareholder disputes, professional negligence, and commercial fraud
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to business development strategy
• Supervising, mentoring, and developing junior lawyers
• Supporting firm-wide initiatives and contributing to the strategic direction of the dispute resolution department
• Representing the firm in networking and profile-raising activities

What’s on Offer

• Highly competitive salary and partner-level remuneration package
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements to support work-life balance
• Genuine progression opportunities, including equity partnership for the right candidate
• High-quality, complex work within a Legal 500 ranked litigation team
• Strong support infrastructure and collaborative leadership culture
• Investment in business development and long-term practice growth

About You

• Experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor at Partner level or Senior Associate ready to step up
• Proven track record in handling complex, high-value commercial disputes
• Strong business development capability and client following (or the ability to build one)
• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and client management skills
• Commercially minded, strategic, and ambitious

For more information send your CV or get in touch with Charlotte at Austen Lloyd as soon as possible. CW 61389 Commercial Litigation Partner – Legal 500 Firm – London