Principal Associate - Commercial Litigation

JMC Legal Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious UK law firm is seeking a Principal Associate in Commercial Litigation with 7+ PQE. This role involves advising clients on disputes, representing them in various proceedings, and managing a diverse caseload. The firm offers excellent career development opportunities in a flexible work environment, catering to a prestigious client base.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Highly competitive salary

Attractive bonus structure

Excellent career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ PQE in Commercial Litigation, ideally with procurement disputes experience.
• Ability to manage varied caseloads.
• Comfortable in business development.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on disputes and regulatory issues.
• Representing clients in litigation and arbitration.
• Supporting junior colleagues and engaging in team work.

Skills

Commercially aware

Teamwork

Business development

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Principal Associate - Commercial Litigation

Client:

JMC Legal Recruitment

Location:

Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

25

Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

Principal Associate - Commercial Litigation

This role is suitable for a Commercial Litigation Principal Associate (7+ PQE) seeking a position in a leading international law firm based in Leeds.

About the Firm

This prominent UK law firm offers excellent career development opportunities, supported by an award-winning learning and development programme and clear progression pathways. The firm operates across sectors such as energy, life sciences, education, and sport, providing a diverse workload.

The client base includes high-growth start-ups, SMEs, and FTSE 100 companies. The firm values diversity and inclusion and promotes a flexible, modern working environment that supports work-life balance.

The Role

You will work alongside leading commercial disputes lawyers with expertise in public procurement, gaining experience in a highly specialised area. Your responsibilities include advising clients on potential disputes, navigating regulatory and contractual issues, and representing clients in litigation, arbitration, mediation, tribunals, and other ADR mechanisms.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in commercial litigation within a collaborative and professional environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Commercial Litigation Solicitor with 5+ PQE and experience in procurement disputes
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and work with diverse clients
• Comfortable engaging in business development activities
• Enjoys working in a team and supporting junior colleagues
• Commercially aware with knowledge of current construction law landscape

What's on offer?

• Opportunity to work for a rapidly growing, highly regarded firm
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-value work
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Highly competitive salary
• Attractive bonus structure and benefits package