Senior Commercial Litigation Associate — High-Value Disputes

JMC Legal Recruitment; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top of market salary

Structured path to partnership

Job summary

JMC Legal Recruitment is partnering with a Tier 1 ranked Commercial Litigation team in Leeds to recruit a Senior Associate with 5-8 years PQE. The role offers exposure to high-value, complex disputes and a clear pathway toward partnership.

The firm combines London-level expertise with the Leeds market, offering a top salary and a supportive environment that recognises quality of life. You will handle a broad caseload and mentor junior lawyers.

Qualifications

• Solicitor with 5–8 years PQE in commercial litigation.
• Strong technical grounding across a broad range of disputes.
• Ability to manage matters with autonomy and client relations.

Responsibilities

• Run matters with autonomy and oversee junior lawyers.
• Handle high-value disputes including contracts, shareholder, and professional negligence.
• Engage with clients and contribute to business development.

Skills

Commercial Litigation experience

Autonomy in matter management

Business development mindset

Education

Solicitor qualification (England & Wales)

Job description

JMC Legal Recruitment is partnering with a Tier 1 ranked Commercial Litigation team in Leeds to recruit a Senior Associate with 5-8 years PQE. The role offers exposure to high-value, complex disputes and a clear pathway toward partnership.

The firm combines London-level expertise with the Leeds market, offering a top salary and a supportive environment that recognises quality of life. You will handle a broad caseload and mentor junior lawyers.