Commercial Litigation Partner

JMC Legal Recruitment; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Tunbridge Wells is seeking a Commercial Litigation Partner to lead their Dispute Resolution team. The role involves mentoring talent, managing high-value commercial disputes, and shaping the strategic direction of the practice. With a collaborative culture, this position offers competitive remuneration and the opportunity to work on City-quality cases while maintaining a work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive partner package

Inclusive culture

Balance and flexibility in work

Qualifications

• Proven record of winning or developing complex, high-value work.
• Ability to lead and inspire others.
• Strong client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead major cases and mentor talent.
• Shape the long-term direction of the practice.
• Drive client development and strategic growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strategic mindset

Commercial instinct

Mentoring abilities

Job description

Commercial Litigation Partner | Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Lead. Shape. Influence.

This is more than a partnership role, it's an opportunity to define the future of a leading disputes practice. This award-winning, top-tier firm in Tunbridge Wells is looking for a Commercial Litigation Partner to help drive the next phase of growth within its highly ranked Dispute Resolution team. Known for handling heavyweight commercial disputes across the South East and London, the team combines City-level work with a collaborative, human culture.

The Opportunity

You’ll step into a key strategic role, leading major cases, mentoring talent, and shaping the long-term direction of the practice.

Your work will span:

• High-value, multi-sector commercial disputes
• Shareholder, partnership and director issues
• Fraud, insolvency, restructuring and asset recovery
• Cross-border litigation, arbitration and ADR
• Client development, thought leadership, and strategic growth initiatives

From day one, you’ll have the freedom and backing to grow the practice, supported by a first-class network across corporate, real estate, and regulatory teams.

About You

You might already be a Commercial Disputes Partner or a Legal Director ready for the next step. What matters most is your ability to lead, to build relationships, inspire others, and deliver results.

• Proven record of winning or developing complex, high-value work
• Strategic mindset with commercial instinct
• Strong mentoring and leadership skills
• A following is advantageous but not essential, your ambition and impact are what count

Why Join?

• Join one of the South East's strongest disputes teams, recognised by Legal 500, Chambers UK, and The Times Best Law Firms 2025
• Handle high-profile, City-quality work, without sacrificing balance or flexibility
• Competitive partner package with autonomy and influence
• A modern, inclusive culture that values ideas, initiative, and collaboration

This is a chance to make your mark to lead a practice with genuine momentum and a team that matches your ambition.

Apply now for immediate consideration