Senior Commercial Litigation Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Commercial Litigation Associate to join a dynamic team in North London. The successful candidate will manage a variety of SME disputes, supporting the Head of Department while driving personal and team growth. This role offers competitive salary and long-term progression within a supportive Legal 500 environment focused on collaboration and wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience

Lucrative bonus scheme

Long-term progression with a forward-thinking firm

Qualifications

• 6+ years of post-qualification experience in commercial litigation.
• Confident handling SME disputes.
• Personable and motivated by progression.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad mix of disputes for SME clients.
• Support the Head of Department as the go-to litigation specialist.
• Build meaningful client relationships.

Skills

PQE in commercial litigation

Client relationship management

Team collaboration

Job description

Senior Commercial Litigation Associate - Legal 500 Firm | North London

The Firm:

This North 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 matters

The Candidate & Benefits:

• 6+ 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.