Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Commercial Litigation Senior Associate

Cardiff/Flexible working/Hybrid

60-70k DOE

Yolk Legal are working with a prestigious and rapidly expanding commercial law firm is looking for an experienced commercial Litigation Senior Solicitor to join its highly respected Commercial Disputes team based in Cardiff. With a global reach and clients spanning across various sectors, this firm offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that handles a broad spectrum of complex and high-profile litigation matters.

This opportunity is ideal for a Senior Associate seeking a firm that is truly invested in advancing your career. With transparent pathways to partnership, this firm offers the perfect environment for ambitious professionals to achieve their full potential.

What you will be doing as a Commercial Litigation Solicitor

As part of the firm's Commercial Disputes team, the successful candidate will handle a diverse range of challenging commercial litigation cases. This role provides the chance to work with national and international clients, offering solutions to a wide range of disputes, including commercial contracts, regulatory matters, and intellectual property issues.

The experience you will have as a Commercial Litigation Solicitor

• Managing a portfolio of high-value, complex commercial disputes with minimal supervision.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as the main point of contact for clients across various industries.
• Mentoring junior team members, fostering their growth and development within the firm.
• Collaborating closely with partners to ensure effective case strategies are implemented.
• Attending court hearings and conducting legal research to provide comprehensive advice to clients.
• Regular travel between Cardiff and London to meet with clients and colleagues.

The experience you will have

• A solid background in commercial litigation with extensive experience in handling disputes.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present legal arguments clearly and concisely.
• A proven track record of building long-term client relationships and managing client expectations.
• Exceptional time management and organisational skills, able to work effectively under pressure.
• A team-oriented approach, with the ability to work collaboratively or independently.
• Commercial awareness, with the ability to provide strategic, business-minded solutions to legal challenges.

What's on offer at this firm

The firm offers a supportive and collaborative working environment, with a strong emphasis on flexible working arrangements. You'll be part of an ambitious, forward-thinking team that encourages creativity and innovation in its approach to legal services. In addition, employees enjoy:

• Flexible working options: including the ability to work from home and the office.
• Health and wellbeing support: access to yoga classes, wellbeing events, and wellness schemes that promote work-life balance.
• Career development: a clear path to progression with twice-yearly promotion opportunities, supported by a comprehensive career development framework.
• Attractive benefits: including a competitive pension scheme, health plan, life assurance, and free lunches twice a week.

Apply now to be a key player in this growing team, shaping the future of commercial dispute resolution.

If you are interested in applying or know someone who'd be a great fit for the role, get in touch with Nicole Smith today.

Are you interested in this position?

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.

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