Litigation & Arbitration Associate – 3-4 PQE

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top market remuneration

Attractive bonus scheme

International environment

Job summary

Taylor Root is representing a top-tier international law firm seeking a mid-level associate for its Litigation and Arbitration team in London. The role focuses on complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes across diverse sectors, offering exposure to cross-border cases and opportunities to advance advocacy and advisory skills.

Ideal candidates have 3–4 years PQE in litigation/arbitration, solid drafting abilities, and a client-focused mindset with the drive for business development in an

Qualifications

• 3-4 years post-qualification experience in litigation and arbitration.
• Qualified in England & Wales with robust technical ability.
• Demonstrated experience managing a varied caseload, including complex disputes.
• Strong drafting skills and attention to detail.
• Client-focused mindset with business development capability.
• Interest in cross-border and international work.

Responsibilities

• Act on a range of complex and multi-jurisdictional disputes, including commercial litigation and arbitration matters across diverse sectors.
• Gain exposure to significant cross-border cases and develop advocacy and strategic advisory skills at the highest level.
• Contribute to handling a varied caseload and support partners in managing matters.
• Engage with clients to understand needs and support business development initiatives.

Skills

Litigation experience

Arbitration experience

Cross-border work

Drafting skills

Business development

Client-focused

Education

Qualified in England & Wales

Job description

About the Firm

A highly respected international law firm with a strong global footprint and a focus on delivering strategic, client-centric solutions across Europe, the US and Asia. Known for its collaborative culture and excellence in complex, high-value legal work, the firm works with world-class individuals and organisations on matters of significant commercial and reputational importance.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a mid-level associate to join a top-tier Litigation and Arbitration team. You will act on a range of complex and multi-jurisdictional disputes, including commercial litigation and arbitration matters across diverse sectors. The role offers exposure to significant cross-border cases and the chance to develop advocacy and strategic advisory skills at the highest level.

What They're Looking For

• 3-4 years' post-qualification experience in litigation and arbitration
• Qualified in England & Wales with robust technical ability
• Demonstrated experience managing a varied caseload, including complex disputes
• Strong drafting skills and attention to detail
• Client-focused mindset with business development capability
• Interest in cross-border and international work

Why Apply?

The firm offers top of market remuneration, an attractive bonus scheme, and access to some of the most interesting disputes work in the market. You will join a highly collaborative team where initiative is encouraged, and career growth is supported in a dynamic, international environment.

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