Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Cardiff is seeking a skilled Commercial Litigation Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload, contribute to team growth, and work in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of PQE, proven commercial litigation experience, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible hybrid working options, along with a range of benefits to promote career development and teamwork.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible hours

Generous holiday allowance

Pension and life assurance

Contributions to gym membership

Clear career development framework

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successfully handling complex disputes.
• Ability to balance legal expertise with commercial awareness.
• Ambition to grow and develop within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad range of commercial disputes from start to finish.
• Draft and negotiate key documents and advise clients.
• Support junior team members through mentoring.

Skills

Commercial litigation experience

Client-care skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor (5+ PQE)

Job description

Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Salary: Up to £65,000 (DOE)
Location: Cardiff (with hybrid working options)

Yolk Recruitment is supporting a highly regarded regional law firm with an excellent reputation in dispute resolution, who are now looking to strengthen their Commercial Litigation team with an experienced Solicitor.

This is a standout opportunity for a litigator who is confident running a varied caseload, wants real input into the growth of a team, and values a culture that combines high-quality work with a genuinely supportive environment.

What you’ll be doing as a Commercial Litigation Solicitor:

• Managing a broad range of commercial disputes from start to finish, including contract, shareholder and professional negligence claims.
• Drafting and negotiating key documents, conducting research, and advising clients with clarity and confidence.
• Working closely with clients, experts, and stakeholders to build effective case strategies.
• Taking ownership of files while collaborating with colleagues across departments.
• Supporting junior team members through mentoring and guidance, helping to shape the future of the team.

The experience you’ll bring to the team:

A qualified Solicitor (ideally 5+ PQE) with solid experience in commercial litigation.

• A proven track record of successfully handling complex disputes.
• Strong client-care skills, with the ability to balance legal expertise and commercial awareness.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the confidence to represent clients at a high level.
• Ambition to grow, develop and contribute to the firm's wider success.

The benefits on offer:

• Competitive salary (depending on experience).
• Flexible hours and hybrid working options.
• Generous holiday allowance with buy/sell options.
• Pension, life assurance, and contributions to gym membership.
• Clear career development framework with genuine opportunities to progress.
• A positive, down-to-earth culture where "kind leadership" and teamwork are at the heart of the business.

If you’re a driven Commercial Litigation Solicitor looking for your next move in Cardiff, this could be the perfect step.

Reach out to Nicole Smith today for a confidential chat to find out more.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying – then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.