Commercial Litigation Senior Associate

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Senior Associate / Partner – Commercial Litigation An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Associate or Partner-level Commercial Litigation lawyer to join a highly successful and entrepreneurial Dispute Resolution team based in Guildford. This is a senior strategic hire, working closely with the Head of Department, with a clear mandate to support the continued growth and expansion of the practice. The team is seeking a technically strong litigator who is commercially astute, business-minded and motivated to play a leading role in business development and client growth. The Role: You will work on complex, high-value commercial disputes while acting as a key figure in the development of the team. The position offers exposure to premium quality work, including:
High-value contractual disputes IT and technology litigation Unfair prejudice and shareholder/director disputes Professional negligence claims Fraud and injunction matters Disputes involving HNW individuals and owner-managed businesses
Typical matter values range from £10–25 million, with some significantly exceeding this. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in:
Developing and maintaining strong client relationships Bringing new business into the team (a following is highly desirable) Supporting and mentoring junior lawyers and trainees Contributing strategically to the department’s long-term growth
The Team: The team you will be joining is one of the firm’s highest-performing departments, consistently exceeding financial targets. The culture is collaborative, ambitious and entrepreneurial, with a genuine emphasis on sustainable working practices. Billable expectations are realistic (averaging approximately 4–5 hours per day), supporting a strong work-life balance without compromising on quality of work. The Candidate: Applications are invited from:
Established Partners with a client following, or Experienced Senior Associates with a clear and credible pathway to Partnership
You will be:
Technically excellent in commercial litigation Commercially aware and strategically minded Entrepreneurial in outlook Confident in leading client relationships Motivated to play a key role in business development Keen to contribute to the growth and future direction of a successful practice
What’s on Offer:
High-quality, complex and high-value work Clear progression prospects, including Partnership for the right candidate A genuine opportunity to shape and grow a thriving practice Competitive and flexible remuneration package Attractive bonus structure linked to billing performance and new business generation
This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious commercial litigator to join a dynamic and growing team, with real scope to influence strategy, drive growth, and progress your career at a senior level. For a confidential discussion, please apply or get in touch directly. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Location:
Guildford
Job Type:
FullTime

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