Commercial Litigation Associate

Job Title: Commercial Litigation Associate / Solicitor (NQ to 5 years PQE)Salary: £55,000 to £75,000per annumLocation: Leeds City Centre (Hybrid Working)Contract: Full Time, Permanent OverviewOur client is an award-winning legal firm based in Leeds City Centre, recognised for its excellent workplace culture and strong reputation in commercial litigation. Due to continued growth within their disputes team, the firm is looking to recruit a Commercial Litigation Associate (NQ to 5 years' PQE).This

is an excellent opportunity for a commercial disputes lawyer seeking exposure to a broad and varied caseload, with the chance to work closely with senior lawyers and partners in a leading Legal 500 practice.PositionThe successful candidate will manage a broad caseload of commercial and business disputes, including: contractual disputes, partnership, shareholder and director disputes, defamation claims, professional negligence actions, breach of restrictive covenants, commercial debt recovery and enforcement, and copyright and trade mark disputes.

Key responsibilities include drafting pleadings, witness statements, correspondence, and settlement agreements; developing case strategy alongside senior lawyers and partners; managing disclosure, evidence gathering, and preparation for hearings; representing clients in negotiations, mediations, and other forms of ADR; and supporting business development while maintaining strong client relationships.

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of files, contribute to the team's growth, and develop long-term client relationships in a collaborative and supportive environment.Key DetailsThe firm offers a competitive salary of £55,000 to £75,000 per annum, depending on experience, alongside a comprehensive benefits package. This includes 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, a birthday day off, holiday purchase and sale scheme, volunteer days, private healthcare, pension and life insurance schemes, wellbeing benefits, Perkbox, travel cost support, and hybrid working.

The role is full time and permanent, based in Leeds City Centre, with a hybrid working model in place.How to ApplyIf you are interested in this Commercial Litigation Associate opportunity, please submit your application using the link provided. For a confidential discussion about the role, you are welcome to contact Rhys Spencer on , who is managing this recruitment process.

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