Dispute Resolution Associate - High-Stakes Litigation

Oculus Legal Group; Brighton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + Birthday leave + Bank Holidays

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Interest-free season ticket loans

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on legal services

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Brighton seeks an Associate Solicitor in Dispute Resolution. This role involves managing a varied caseload, delivering pragmatic advice, and working on high-stakes cases. Ideal candidates are motivated professionals experienced in commercial disputes who thrive in challenging environments. The firm offers excellent benefits, including generous holiday and enhanced maternity/paternity pay.

Qualifications

• Thrives in a challenging environment with complex disputes.
• Takes pride in delivering high-quality work.
• Motivated and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Manage and progress your own varied caseload with excellence.
• Deliver clear, commercial, and pragmatic advice.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and professional contacts.
• Supervise junior team members and support partners on complex files.
• Maintain accurate time recording, budgeting, and file management.
• Contribute to seminars, articles, pitches, and wider BD initiatives.
• Ensure achievement of personal financial targets and KPIs.

Skills

Experience in commercial disputes

Strong technical understanding

Client-focused mindset

Job description

A leading legal firm in Brighton seeks an Associate Solicitor in Dispute Resolution. This role involves managing a varied caseload, delivering pragmatic advice, and working on high-stakes cases. Ideal candidates are motivated professionals experienced in commercial disputes who thrive in challenging environments. The firm offers excellent benefits, including generous holiday and enhanced maternity/paternity pay.