Job description 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.
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