IT Disputes Associate

IDEX Consulting; City Of London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London seeks an experienced IT Litigation Associate to join its technology disputes team. The role involves leading high-profile disputes and managing junior members, with a focus on work-life balance and professional development. Ideal candidates should have 5-10 years of PQE in IT litigation and strong analytical skills. Competitive salary and a pathway to partnership offered.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Transparent pathway to partnership

Support for career progression

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' PQE in IT, technology, or complex commercial litigation.
• Proven experience at a reputable law firm.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead on technology and outsourcing disputes.
• Work closely with partners and manage junior team members.
• Collaborate on technology projects and risk management.

Skills

Technical analysis

Client management

Communication skills

Commercial mindset

Leadership potential

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Are you an experienced IT Litigation Associate or Senior Associate (5-10 PQE) looking to take the next step in your career with a Tier 1 City law firm renowned for its excellence, innovation and people-first culture?
We\'re working with a leading firm seeking a seasoned, commercially-minded Lawyer to join its market-leading technology disputes team. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on complex, high-value IT and digital transformation disputes for top-tier clients across technology, media, financial services and government sectors.

What you\'ll do

• Lead on and advise high-profile technology and outsourcing disputes, including system implementation failures, software licensing issues, cybersecurity incidents and contentious data matters
• Work closely with market-leading partners and manage junior team members on major disputes and strategic advisory mandates
• Collaborate with cross-practice teams on cutting-edge technology projects and risk management initiatives

What\'s on offer

• A genuinely collegiate and inclusive culture, where collaboration and respect come first
• A strong emphasis on work-life balance, with flexible working arrangements and realistic targets
• A transparent pathway to partnership, with structured development support and mentoring
• Exposure to high-value, precedent-setting work with world-class clients

Who we\'re looking for

• A qualified Solicitor with 5-10 years\' PQE in IT, technology, or complex commercial litigation gained at a reputable firm
• Excellent technical, analytical and client management skills
• A confident communicator with a commercial mindset and leadership potential

If you\'re ready to join a firm that invests in your career progression and values your wellbeing as much as your expertise, we\'d love to hear from you.

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