Commercial Litigation Senior Associate

London – £70,000 - £90,000

Commercial Litigation Senior Associate (5-8 PQE)
£70,000 - £90,000 | Remote / Flexible

I'm working with a well-regarded, Legal 500-ranked firm looking to hire a Commercial Litigation Solicitor (5-8 PQE) into a lean, high-performing disputes team.
 
This is a number 2 role to the lead Commercial Litigation Partner — so it's genuinely hands-on, with real visibility and progression.

You'll be working across a broad mix of commercial disputes, including:
  • Contractual disputes
  • Shareholder disputes
  • Injunctions
  • Debt recovery
  • Regulatory matters
It's a proper general commercial litigation role — good variety, solid work, and not overly siloed.

Why This Role
  • Direct access to the Partner - not buried in layers
  • Clear progression - this isn't a dead-end associate role
  • Flexible working - largely remote after initial onboarding
  • Consistent workflow - established client base
  • Autonomy - you'll run your own matters
  • £70k-£90k depending on experience
What They're Looking For
  • 5-8 PQE Commercial Litigator
  • Strong grounding in general commercial disputes
  • Someone who can run files and handle clients confidently
  • E&W Qualified
If you're at that stage where you want more than just steady work — where visibility, progression, and genuine responsibility actually matter — this is a role worth exploring. It offers the kind of platform that lets you step up without being thrown in at the deep end, within a team that values capability over hierarchy.

It won’t suit someone chasing brand name alone — but for a commercially minded litigator who wants to build, progress, and be recognised for their contribution, it’s a very compelling move.

Happy to talk through the detail confidentially.

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Dalton Frith

Senior Recruitment Consultant
0161 233 6360

dalton@douglas-scott.co.uk

Dalton is an Associate Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, having been with the company for over two years. He focuses on the American market, where his key duties include sourcing and placing top legal talent with leading firms and corporations, managing the job search process, and providing career guidance and market insights to candidates. Dalton stays informed of industry trends and developments to best serve both his clients and candidates. After earning his law degree from Manchester Metropolitan University, Dalton spent 9 months as a Legal Recruitment Consultant focusing on the Texas market before joining Douglas Scott. In his spare time, he enjoys going to the gym, exploring Manchester’s public houses and eateries, and watching Erik’s Mighty Reds on the weekend.



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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Commercial Litigation
  • Type: Solicitor / FILEX
  • Salary: £70,000 - £90,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: London
  • Reference: 1329845

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