Commercial Litigation Solicitor / Senior Solicitor

Commercial Litigation Senior Associate / Managing Associate - Bristol - Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits

A leading UK law firm with international coverage is seeking a Senior Associate or Managing Associate to join its growing Commercial Litigation team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious disputes lawyer to take on a senior role within a highly regarded practice, handling a broad range of complex and high-value litigation matters while supporting the development of a small team. Working closely with senior leadership, the successful candidate will enjoy a varied caseload spanning commercial, pensions, and financial services-related disputes, alongside genuine opportunities for progression within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

The Role:

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• Managing a diverse caseload of Commercial Litigation matters, including complex and high-value business disputes
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• Advising clients on contractual disputes, shareholder and partnership issues, professional negligence claims, and wider contentious commercial matters
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• Handling disputes involving pensions schemes, trustees, employers, and financial services organisations
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• Supporting clients through all stages of the dispute resolution process, including mediation, arbitration, and court proceedings
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• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, applications, correspondence, and settlement agreements
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• Providing commercially focused, strategic advice to a broad range of clients
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• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and support staff within the team
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• Assisting with the day-to-day management and development of a small disputes team
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• Working closely with and reporting directly to the Legal Director on client matters, team performance, and strategic initiatives
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• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while contributing to business development and networking activities
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The Candidate:

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• Qualified Solicitor with substantial experience in Commercial Litigation
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• Operating at Senior Associate, Managing Associate, Principal Associate, or equivalent level
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• Experience of pensions disputes, financial services litigation, regulatory disputes, or contentious trust matters would be highly advantageous
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• Strong technical expertise across a broad range of commercial disputes work
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• Proven ability to manage complex matters with an appropriate level of autonomy
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• Previous supervisory or team management experience, or a genuine desire to move into a leadership role
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• Commercially minded with excellent client relationship and communication skills
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• Experience gained within a respected regional, national, or international law firm
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• Ambitious and motivated, with a desire to play a key role in the continued growth of a successful disputes practice
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The Benefits & How to Apply:

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• Competitive and negotiable salary with an attractive bonus structure
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• Comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance, life assurance, pension, and wellbeing initiatives
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• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
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• Generous annual leave entitlement plus additional benefits
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• Structured career progression with a clear pathway to more senior leadership positions
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• Exposure to complex and high-profile disputes work
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• Opportunity to lead and develop a small team
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• Supportive, collaborative, and ambitious working environment
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• Long-term career prospects within a successful and expanding national practice
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Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone

Contact: Rhys Spencer, Retained Consultant

Direct Dial: 0121 392 7377 Mobile: 07506 994 088

Email: [email protected]

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William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.