Litigation and Arbitration Senior Associate

William James Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Exposure to high-profile international clients

Collaborative and inclusive culture

Collaborative culture

Job summary

A growing international law firm in the UK is seeking a Litigation and Arbitration Senior Associate to join their London office. The role involves managing high-value disputes across finance, tech, and more. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of litigation experience and be proactive in business development. The firm offers competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to contribute to an expanding office culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualified experience (PQE) in litigation and international arbitration.
• Ability to handle complex, cross-border disputes.
• Strong organizational and collaborative skills in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-value, complex litigation matters for clients across multiple sectors.
• Support corporate, restructuring, and regulatory matters as needed.
• Engage in cross-border disputes, collaborating with international teams.
• Contribute to the growth and culture of the London office from Day 1.

Skills

Strong litigation experience

International arbitration knowledge

Business development awareness

Client-facing skills

Business development

Organized

Collaborative

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

Litigation and Arbitration Senior Associate

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About the Job

Senior Associate – London – Competitive Salary

An exceptional opportunity has arisen to join a rapidly expanding international law firm with a stellar reputation for litigation, white-collar defense, and corporate advisory. The firm is a full-service U.S. law firm, founded in 1999, and has grown into a national powerhouse with offices across the U.S. and a newly launched London office to meet growing client demand.

The London office offers the chance to work on high-profile, complex disputes, including cross-border litigation, fraud, corporate investigations, and high-stakes commercial matters. The team combines the expertise of a major U.S. firm with a nimble, boutique-style approach, emphasising high-quality client service, innovation, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Handling high-value, complex litigation matters for sophisticated clients across finance, tech, media, entertainment, insurance, and hospitality sectors
• Supporting corporate, restructuring, intellectual property, aviation, employment, and regulatory matters where relevant
• Engaging in cross-border disputes, working closely with U.S. and international teams
• Contributing to the growth and development of the London office from Day 1, with the opportunity to shape the culture and operational practices

The Candidate

• Senior Associate (5+ PQE) / experienced lawyer with strong litigation and international arbitration
• Comfortable handling complex, cross-border disputes and client-facing matters
• Commercially aware, proactive, and interested in business development opportunities
• Highly organized, collaborative, and adaptable in a dynamic international team
• Willing to embrace an entrepreneurial mindset and contribute to growing a new office

The Benefits and How to Apply

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Exposure to high-profile international clients and cases
• Opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing London office
• Collaborative, inclusive, and entrepreneurial culture
• Apply in strict confidence online or via telephone – no CV required for an initial conversation

Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact

Alice Winter (Retained Consultant)

Email: [e-mail]