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Posted 05 August, 2026

Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Oculus Legal Group
Birmingham, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Commercial Litigation Associate | Birmingham | Top 50 Law Firm

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£64,000–£78,000 + Bonus & Excellent Benefits

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Hybrid Working | Full-Time or Part-Time Options Available

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I am working with a highly regarded Top 50 UK law firm that is looking to strengthen its Birmingham Disputes team with the appointment of a Commercial Litigation Associate.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive with 2+ PQE to join a nationally recognised practice, working alongside leading Partners and Legal 500 recognised lawyers on complex and high-value commercial disputes.

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The team acts for a wide range of national and international clients, providing strategic advice on challenging and commercially important disputes. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of your own matters, build strong client relationships and develop your career within a supportive and ambitious environment.

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The Role

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You will be involved in a varied caseload of commercial disputes, including:

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• Complex contractual disputes

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• Shareholder and partnership disputes

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• Director and boardroom disputes

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• Professional negligence claims

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• Injunctions and urgent applications

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• Reputation-sensitive disputes

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• Strategic litigation matters

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• Multi-jurisdictional and cross-border disputes

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The team offers excellent exposure to high-quality work, with associates encouraged to take responsibility early while receiving strong support, mentoring and development from experienced Partners.

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Why Join?

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• Join a leading national Commercial Litigation team

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• Work alongside highly regarded Partners and recognised lawyers

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• Gain exposure to complex, high-value disputes

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• Strong focus on career development and progression

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• Supportive and collaborative team culture

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• Flexible and hybrid working approach

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• High-quality work without the pressures typically associated with City firms

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Benefits Package

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• Competitive salary up to £78,000

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• Annual bonus scheme

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• Hybrid working

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• Private medical insurance

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• Health cash plan

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• Digital GP service

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• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

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• Enhanced maternity benefits

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• Life assurance (4x salary)

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• Critical illness cover

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• Generous pension contribution

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• Discounted legal services

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• Season ticket loan

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• Cycle to work scheme

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This role would suit a commercially minded litigator looking to take the next step in their career within a successful national practice, gaining exposure to some of the highest quality disputes work available in the Birmingham market.

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For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.

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Ellie Marshall

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Oculus Legal Group

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[email protected]

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07383 821952