Senior Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Vincere; Cobham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

CPD funding

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Vincere in Surrey is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Litigation Solicitor to manage high-value, multi-jurisdictional disputes, guiding them from pre-action strategy through trial and appeal. You will advise corporate entities, directors, shareholders, and high-net-worth individuals, with a clear pathway to Partnership.

The role demands a track record in shareholder/director disputes, breach of contract, and cross-border enforcement, plus mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor England & Wales or Fellow of CILEx with 6+ PQE in commercial litigation.
• Experience independently managing complex commercial disputes and leading caseloads.
• Strong cross-border enforcement knowledge and cross-border exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse, high-profile civil and commercial disputes caseload for national and international clients.
• Manage all phases of litigation: pre-action strategy, injunctive relief, trial, appeal, and cross-border enforcement.
• Advise corporate entities, directors, shareholders and high-net-worth individuals.
• Contribute to practice development, sub-team management, and pursue a transparent Partnership pathway.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Cross-border disputes

Mentoring juniors

Business development

Court & ADR advocacy

Education

Qualified Solicitor England & Wales

Fellow of CILEx

Job description

Senior Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Location: Surrey

Salary: c.£70,000 – £90,000+ DOE/PQE

Are you an experienced Commercial Litigator seeking high-calibre, multi-jurisdictional disputes work outside the City, backed by a clear, defined trajectory to Partnership? Our client is a highly regarded, long-established law firm in Surrey with an outstanding reputation across commercial dispute resolution. Experiencing sustained expansion across their litigation practice, they are seeking an ambitious Senior Associate (6+ PQE) to manage high-value, complex commercial disputes, mentor junior team members, and drive departmental growth.

The Opportunity

In this key senior position, you will take direct responsibility for managing a diverse, high-profile caseload of complex civil and commercial litigation for a national and international client base. Handling all phases of litigation—from pre-action strategy and injunctive relief through to trial, appeal, and cross-border enforcement—you will act as a key adviser to corporate entities, directors, shareholders, and high-net-worth individuals. This role offers direct involvement in practice development, sub-team management, and a transparent pathway to Partnership for a commercial, ambitious litigator.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

• Qualifications & Experience: Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) or Fellow of CILEx with a minimum of 6+ years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) specializing in commercial litigation within a reputable UK private practice.

• Technical Mastery & Caseload Leadership: Proven track record independently managing complex commercial disputes, with specialist expertise in shareholder/director disputes, partnership dissolutions, breach of contract claims, corporate insolvency, and civil fraud.

• Multi-Jurisdictional Exposure: Strong understanding of comparative law, conflict of laws, and cross-border enforcement of foreign judgments.

• Court & ADR Advocacy: Exceptional strategic negotiation, written drafting, and trial preparation skills, with extensive experience representing clients in court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.

• Team Leadership & Business Development: Demonstrated ability to mentor and supervise junior fee earners, combined with strong networking skills and a track record of business development (a portable client following is welcome but not essential).

Package & Working Structure

• Competitive Remuneration: £70,000 – £90,000 base salary per annum (commensurate with PQE and technical background) plus a performance-related bonus scheme.

• Agile Working: Modern hybrid working arrangements (flexible office/home split) supported alongside core office hours.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays, private medical insurance, workplace pension scheme, payment of professional membership fees, and full CPD funding.

• Career Trajectory: Defined, transparent Partnership pathway available for suitable candidates looking to step into practice leadership.

• Culture & Support: Collaborative, supportive team environment benefiting from dedicated secretarial support and steady cross-departmental referrals.