Litigation/Dispute Resolution Associate

JMC Legal Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm in London is seeking a Litigation/Dispute Resolution Associate with 1-3 years' PQE to handle high-profile cases in the sports and entertainment sectors. You will work alongside senior partners and contribute to a collaborative and innovative team environment. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a proactive approach to client matters. This is a unique opportunity for career progression and exposure to elite clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial and regulatory disputes, including High Court litigation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Commitment to teamwork and knowledge sharing.

Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse and stimulating caseload for high-profile individuals.
• Work closely with senior lawyers and partners on various disputes.
• Contribute to the firm's growth and business development strategy.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Proactive and client-focused approach

Collaborative mindset

Collaborative and strategic mindset

Education

1-3 years' PQE (England & Wales)

Job description

Overview

Litigation/Dispute Resolution Associate (1-3 PQE) | West End | Legal 500 & Chambers Ranked

Are you a Litigation or Dispute Resolution lawyer with experience in the sports, media and entertainment industry? This is your chance to join one of London's most dynamic and prestigious firms, a true powerhouse representing some of the biggest names in entertainment, sport and technology. Here, you'll find the perfect blend of high-profile work, elite clients and a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture where your ideas are valued, your ambition is encouraged, and your career can truly thrive.

The Firm

This L500 and Chambers-ranked firm is at the heart of the sports and entertainment world, representing a client base that reads like the credits of an awards ceremony. From globally recognised actors, musicians and athletes to leading production houses, record labels and tech innovators. Their expertise spans the full spectrum of commercial and intellectual property matters, from multi-million-dollar record deals to a $2 billion video game acquisition.

Operating from their modern West End offices, the firm is growing rapidly, driven by the same creativity, energy and innovation that define its clients. The culture is collaborative, forward-thinking and entrepreneurial, giving ambitious lawyers the platform to take ownership, make an impact and shape their own trajectory from day one.

The Team

The Tier 1-ranked Dispute Resolution team is known for its strategic precision, commercial acumen and exceptional client service. They act swiftly to identify the core issues, formulate creative solutions and resolve disputes efficiently, whether through negotiation, arbitration or litigation. The team represents some of the most recognisable names across music, film, television, media and sport, offering deep expertise in alternative dispute resolution including arbitration, mediation and expert determination. This is a department where excellence is the standard and collaboration are key. A place where you'll learn from leading litigators and work on complex, high-stakes cases that genuinely make headlines.

The Role

As a Litigation/Dispute Resolution Associate, you'll play an integral role within the team. Handling a diverse and stimulating caseload for high-profile individuals and global businesses. You'll work closely with the Senior Partner, Co-Head of Dispute Resolution and Head of Sport, gaining exposure to a wide range of matters across litigation, arbitration and regulatory disputes, including:

• Intellectual property and contractual disputes.
• Agency, management and royalty disputes.
• Sports regulatory and governance matters.

This is a rare opportunity to build your own reputation alongside an elite client base, while contributing to the firm's growth and business development strategy. Your work will not only shape outcomes for clients but also help define the future direction of the team.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

• Join a renowned, high-performing firm where you'll advise and act in truly high-profile, high-value cases.
• Work alongside nationally recognised partners and senior lawyers with exceptional expertise in complex commercial litigation.
• Represent an extraordinary client base of HNW and A-list individuals, global entertainment businesses and major brands.
• Be part of a vibrant, entrepreneurial environment offering early responsibility, real collaboration and a clear path for career progression.

Requirements

• 1-3 years' PQE (England & Wales) with experience in commercial and regulatory disputes, including High Court litigation, investigations, arbitration and ADR.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with senior stakeholders, clients and colleagues at all levels.
• A proactive, resilient and client-focused approach, with excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• A collaborative and strategic mindset, with a commitment to teamwork, knowledge sharing and innovation.

Desirable

• Experience in media, sports, entertainment and technology-related disputes, including IP, contractual and regulatory issues.
• Exposure to reputation management, defamation and rights-related work within the entertainment sector.
• An emerging network within the media and entertainment industries, with confidence in public speaking and client development.
• Additional strengths such as multilingual communication and experience producing or presenting thought leadership content.

Apply now for immediate consideration or feel free to give me a call for a confidential conversation.