Finance Disputes Associate / Managing Associate

BCL Legal; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A top international law firm in Noordwes is looking for a Finance Disputes Associate/Managing Associate to join their finance disputes practice. This role involves high-value litigation and advisory work for leading banks and financial institutions. The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer with experience in finance disputes, and a track record for managing complex cases. This firm offers a supportive environment and real opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Exposure to high-profile cases

Qualifications

• Strong track record in finance disputes or commercial litigation.
• Desirable experience includes disputes involving regulators or international arbitration.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in multi-million-pound fraud claims.
• Advise clients on dispute resolution strategies at pre-action stage.
• Manage complex High Court claims to large-volume recoveries.

Skills

Experience acting for financial institutions

Ability to manage varied caseload

Knowledge of fraud disputes

Commercial consultative approach

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

Overview

Finance Disputes Associate/Managing Associate

BCL is assisting a leading international law firm, looking to appoint an Associate or Managing Associate to join its highly regarded Finance Disputes practice in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the forefront of complex financial litigation, advising some of the most prominent names in the banking and finance sector.

The Opportunity

This role offers a rare balance of exposure to high-value, precedent-setting litigation in the higher courts, alongside fast-paced recoveries work for leading banks, asset-based lenders, insolvency practitioners, and private equity investors.

You will play a key role in multi-million-pound fraud claims, urgent injunction applications, and cross-border asset recovery, while also advising clients on dispute resolution strategies at pre-action stage. The practice is growing in response to client demand, meaning there is real scope for career development and progression in a supportive and collaborative team environment.

About You

A qualified lawyer with a strong track record in finance disputes or commercial litigation. You will bring:

• Experience acting for financial institutions, lenders, or commercial clients.
• The ability to manage a varied caseload, from complex High Court claims to large-volume recoveries.
• Knowledge of fraud disputes, injunctions, or cross-border enforcement.
• A commercial, consultative approach with confidence in advising clients on strategy and risk.
• Desirable experience includes disputes involving regulators, professional negligence claims, or international arbitration.

Why Apply?

This is more than just a litigation role. You'll be part of a market-leading finance disputes team that regularly handles some of the most high-profile, complex cases in the sector. You'll have the chance to:

• Work directly with household-name banks, financial institutions, and investors.
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge disputes and multi-jurisdictional matters.
• Develop a well-rounded skillset across high-value litigation, fraud, insolvency, and regulatory disputes.
• Progress your career in a firm known for its collegiate culture, training, and career development.

Next Steps

If you are a finance disputes lawyer looking to accelerate your career in a dynamic, supportive, and high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.

Please contact Nicola O'Hanlon at BCL Legal in confidence to discuss the role further.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.