Dispute Resolution/Litigation Associate Solicitor (NQ-3 Year PQE)Full-time | Office based, Hybrid Working or Fully Remote | Haywards Heath, Mid-SussexBasic salary: £40,000 – £65,000 per annum (depending on experience) Bonus: 20 % of billing above £180,000 per annum Commission: 15 % of any work introduced to the firmWe are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded dispute resolution / litigation associate solicitor to join us at The Jonathan Lea Network as soon as possible. This is an exciting opportunity to undertake an interesting and challenging mix of civil and commercial work, including corporate, property and intellectual property disputes.Depending on experience, we can offer a starting salary of between £40K and £65k per annum. Full time regular hours are Monday to Thursday 9am – 6pm and Friday 9am – 5pm, although those who achieve and bill more will be rewarded with improved salary and faster career progression.Benefits include a generous commission scheme which can significantly increase your salary if you are able to introduce new clients and work to the firm.We also have a strong social side to the business and regularly organise team events, dinners and parties. We are open to discussing and agreeing flexible working arrangements, although we will require at least some of your time to be spent regularly in the office.About JLNJLN is a modern, forward-thinking, full-service law firm based in Mid-Sussex, advising clients across England and Wales and internationally. We are known for combining strong technical expertise with a personable, pragmatic approach to client service.We are committed to high-quality legal work within a collaborative, supportive and open working environment, supported by a strong team culture and active social side.Our values are central to how we operate:Responsive and client-centredExpertly insightfulPersonable and collaborativeInnovative and technology-enabledThe RoleFrom joining you will be reporting to and, where needed, supervised by two senior dispute resolution solicitors. You will also be expected to delegate to and help manage several trainee solicitors and paralegals who undertake litigation work, while our remote network of experienced consultant solicitors will assist you on matters relating to their expertise.You will be given as much responsibility as you can handle and be able to run your own files and be the main point of contact for clients.The role is varied and involves advising on disputes across practice areas, including:propertycorporate / commercialemploymentwills and probateKey Responsibilities Include:Managing a varied dispute resolution caseload for business and individual clientsRunning matters independently and collaborativelyActing as a trusted, professional adviser to clientsTaking introductory video calls and converting new enquiriesEngaging with AI and legal technology embedded in JLN’s working practicesContributing to marketing, networking and business development initiativesThe Ideal CandidateYou will be:a qualified solicitor (NQ–3 year PQE) with experience in civil or commercial litigationexperience of active County Court / High Court litigationa good background in at least some of the relevant areas of lawan ability to work well independently and use your own initiative, but also react positively to close supervisionan open and friendly demeanour which thrives in a highly collaborative team environmenta meticulous eye for detail and an eloquent and precise way with wordshigh service and presentation standardsIT adroitness and AI savvinessa genuine passion for entrepreneurship, business and commercial legal workexcellent communication and interpersonal skillsthe ability to calmly and humorously deal with a busy workload and demanding clientsan enthusiasm to take on new challenges and broaden your knowledge base and skills seta desire to contribute to marketing, networking and business development activitiesWhy Join JLN?This is a role for someone who wants high-quality work without the rigidity of a traditional firm.You’ll benefit from:The possibility of hybrid working with genuine flexibilityA collaborative, open-plan office environmentA firm that embraces AI and modern ways of workingRegular team events, socialising and a friendly, inclusive cultureBenefits include22 days’ annual leave (rising to 25 days)Salary sacrifice optionsBonus: 20 % of billings above £180,000 per annumCommission: 15 % of any work introduced by the firmLocationThis role is best suited to candidates based in Sussex, Surrey, Greater London or Kent who are within an hour’s commute of our Haywards Heath office. #J-18808-Ljbffr