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Commercial Litigation Senior Associate

Yolk Recruitment
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF24 0TB, Wales

Salary

£65,000 - £70,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Yolk Legal is seeking a Senior Associate for their Commercial Litigation team in Cardiff/Hybrid with a salary starting at £65,000, depending on experience.
  • The firm is a Top Tier law firm known for handling complex, high-value disputes both in the UK and internationally.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of 4 years PQE in commercial litigation and possess strong technical knowledge of dispute resolution processes.
  • Key responsibilities include managing a diverse caseload, providing strategic legal advice, and mentoring junior lawyers.
  • The role offers competitive benefits, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.

Senior Associate - Commercial Litigation

Cardiff/Hybrid

Salary dependant on experience

65,000+

Yolk Legal are partnering with a Top Tier law firm who are seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its dynamic Commercial Litigation team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking firm that handles complex and high-value disputes across the UK and internationally.

With offices in key locations, this firm is known for delivering top-tier legal and consultancy services to businesses, financial institutions, and individuals. Their expertise spans a variety of legal sectors, including corporate law, regulatory matters, employment, intellectual property, and real estate.

What you will be doing as a Commercial Litigation Senior Associate

Due to continued growth and an expanding client base, the firm is looking for an experienced litigator to join their well-established disputes team. This role will involve handling a diverse caseload of commercial litigation matters, advising clients on high-stakes disputes, and providing strategic legal counsel.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage a varied caseload of commercial disputes, including contractual claims, insolvency matters, shareholder and partnership disputes, and regulatory litigation.
  • Provide strategic legal advice and represent clients in high-profile matters.
  • Supervise and mentor junior lawyers within the team.
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships, contributing to business development initiatives.
  • Ensure effective case management, meeting internal compliance requirements and regulatory standards.
  • Stay up to date with legal developments, ensuring high-quality advice is delivered to clients.

The experience you will have as a Commercial Litigation Senior Associate

We are looking for candidates that have at least 4 years PQE, with a strong background in commercial litigation.

  • Strong technical knowledge of commercial dispute resolution processes.
  • Excellent communication and drafting skills, with the ability to present clear, strategic legal advice.
  • A proactive and commercially astute mindset, capable of identifying opportunities and risks for clients.
  • A track record of business development, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
  • Leadership qualities, with experience managing junior team members.
  • A collaborative and adaptable approach, thriving in a team-oriented environment while also working independently when needed.

What's on Offer?

  • Competitive salary with excellent benefits.
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
  • Career development opportunities within a growing firm.
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Health and wellbeing initiatives, including wellness programs and on-site facilities.
  • Regular social and networking events.

This role is ideal for a commercially minded lawyer looking for an opportunity to take the next step in their career within a progressive and ambitious law firm. If you are eager to take on new challenges, drive client success, and contribute to the firm's ongoing growth, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Contact Nicole Smith today!

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

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