Senior Commercial Litigation Associate

JMC Legal Recruitment; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Commercial Litigation Associate to support an established team in London. This role offers high visibility and the opportunity to manage various disputes for SME clients. The firm emphasizes a collaborative culture, allowing for significant professional growth and development. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in commercial litigation, especially with SME disputes. The position includes a competitive salary and a lucrative bonus scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Lucrative bonus scheme

Long-term progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience in Commercial Litigation.
• Experience with SME disputes and managing client relationships.
• Personable and motivated by career progression.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad mix of disputes for SME clients.
• Support the Head of Department in day-to-day operations.
• Build meaningful client relationships.

Skills

Commercial Litigation

Client Relationship Management

Team Collaboration

Job description

Senior Commercial Litigation Associate | Legal 500 Firm | London, West-End

The Firm

This West-End, London Legal 500 practice has built a reputation for sharp commercial thinking, high-quality work and a genuinely welcoming culture.

Ambitious yet grounded, the firm continues to grow steadily, driven by a leadership team that believes in developing its people and celebrating collective success.

Here, lawyers enjoy autonomy, trust and the support of colleagues who genuinely want each other to thrive. Team trips, reward events and a close-knit atmosphere make it a firm where you can build a long-term, fulfilling career.

The Role

This is a rare opportunity to step straight into a senior, visible position within an established Commercial Litigation team. You'll handle a broad mix of disputes for SME clients—interesting, varied work where you can build meaningful client relationships.

Crucially, you'll also become the key senior fee earner supporting the Head of Department. With the HoD focusing more on strategic growth, you'll be the go-to litigation specialist day-to-day, placing you in an excellent position to cement yourself as a future leader within the team.

Why This Role?

• High-impact senior position with real visibility from day one
• Go-to litigator supporting the HoD as the team continues to grow
• Legal 500 environment with quality, diverse commercial disputes
• Shape the department's next chapter, working closely with leadership
• Warm, collaborative culture where development and wellbeing matter

Candidate & Benefits

• 5+ PQE in Commercial Litigation
• Confident with SME disputes and client relationships
• Personable, collaborative and motivated by progression
• Enjoys being part of a growing, ambitious team
• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Lucrative bonus scheme
• Long-term progression within a forward-thinking Legal 500 firm

Apply for immediate consideration.