Global ESG & Consumer Litigation Associate

Freshfields; Greater London; On-site; GBP 95,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Freshfields is seeking a Litigation Associate to join our Consumer & ESG Mass Claims group within our Dispute Resolution practice. The team handles high-profile, complex litigation across ESG, product liability, consumer protection, tech and life sciences, with an international component.

You will contribute to drafting complex documents, running case processes, and collaborating with leading barristers and experts while developing business development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer in England & Wales or a common law jurisdiction.
• 2–4 PQE preferred.
• Top academics and strong commercial abilities.
• Able to supervise junior lawyers/trainees and lead teams.
• Proactive in business development and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Draft complex witness statements, expert reports, and pleadings.
• Run project processes on significant cases and work toward being the lead associate.
• Develop litigation skills and work with leading barristers and expert witnesses.
• Draft letters to clients/other side and manage document reviews.
• Attend mediation or settlement discussions and draft settlements.
• Assist clients in engaging with regulators and learn governing frameworks.
• Engage in business development and client content creation.
• Mentor junior associates and trainees and participate in seminars.

Skills

Strong communication

Team supervision

Project management

Business development

AI in legal practice

Education

Qualified lawyer (England & Wales) or common law jurisdiction

Job description

Freshfields is seeking a Litigation Associate to join our Consumer & ESG Mass Claims group within our Dispute Resolution practice. The team handles high-profile, complex litigation across ESG, product liability, consumer protection, tech and life sciences, with an international component.

You will contribute to drafting complex documents, running case processes, and collaborating with leading barristers and experts while developing business development initiatives.