Senior Litigation Associate

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Litigation Associate to join their highly regarded disputes practice. This role offers the chance to lead high-profile commercial disputes, manage litigation processes, and advise prestigious clients. With a focus on business development and mentoring junior lawyers, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of the litigation team. The firm promotes a flexible hybrid work model, ensuring a balanced work-life environment while providing opportunities for career progression, including partnership. Join a collaborative culture where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid model

Competitive salary

Bonus aligned with experience

Mentoring opportunities

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE in commercial litigation at a recognised UK firm.
• Proven track record of complex, high-value dispute resolution.

Responsibilities

• Leading commercial disputes, including contractual and fraud matters.
• Managing all stages of litigation, arbitration, and ADR processes.

Skills

Commercial Litigation

Dispute Resolution

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Regulatory Investigations

International Arbitration

Education

Qualified Solicitor (6+ years PQE)

Job description

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If you’re a Senior Litigation Associate who is commercially minded and ready to take on complex, high-value disputes and drive meaningful outcomes for top-tier clients - this is your opportunity.

Join a forward-thinking, highly regarded disputes practice, working on high-profile matters for major corporates, financial institutions, and high-net-worth individuals. You’ll have the autonomy to lead cases, develop your client portfolio, and shape the future of a growing litigation team — all within a collaborative, dynamic, and supportive culture.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading commercial disputes, including contractual, shareholder, professional negligence, and fraud matters
• Managing all stages of litigation, arbitration, and ADR processes
• Acting as a trusted advisor to high-profile clients on risk and strategy
• Supervising junior lawyers and contributing to team development
• Driving business growth through networking and thought leadership

What we’re looking for:

• 6+ years PQE in commercial litigation at a recognised UK firm
• Proven track record of complex, high-value dispute resolution
• Strong client relationship and business development skills
• Confident handling regulatory investigations and international arbitration
• A team-focused leader who values mentoring and innovation
• Top-tier work with prestigious clients and cross-sector exposure
• Clear path to progression, including partnership opportunities
• Flexible hybrid model supporting work-life balance
• Collaborative, high-performance culture with real responsibility from day one
• Competitive salary and bonus aligned with experience