Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Commercial Litigation Associate | 2+ PQE | Top 200 Firm | 2 days in office

The Firm

This Top 200 UK law firm has built a distinctive reputation as a market leader in insurance-focused and commercial litigation. Operating in close partnership with one of the world's largest insurers, the firm is known for its proactive and commercially intelligent approach to disputes, combining early intervention with robust litigation expertise when matters escalate.

Founded in the 2010's, the firm has grown rapidly and now employs over 250 lawyers nationally. Its culture is modern, informal and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on personality, teamwork and long-term development. Lawyers are trusted to take responsibility early and are supported by excellent systems, technology and leadership at every level.

The firm has invested heavily in innovation, with an integrated case management platform and proprietary technology designed to streamline workflows, improve efficiency and support lawyers in delivering consistently high-quality work. Hybrid working is well embedded, with lawyers expected in the office two days per week to maintain collaboration and team culture.

The Role

The firm is now seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate with at least 2 years PQE to join its Leeds office.

This is a hire within a well-established and high-performing team that handles some of the firm's most complex and high-value disputes.

You will act as trusted litigation lawyer to major insurers, advising on a wide range of commercial disputes across different sectors, jurisdictions and levels of complexity. The work is varied and intellectually engaging, requiring strong technical ability, commercial judgement and the confidence to operate in a fast-paced environment.

The Leeds team handles premium litigation matters and works closely with clients at an early stage to assess risk, shape strategy and resolve issues efficiently. You will benefit from consistent, high-quality work with real responsibility, alongside experienced colleagues who are invested in your development.

This is a technical litigation role that offers excellent exposure to complex disputes, with no shortage of work and clear expectations around prioritisation and client delivery.

Requirements

• You will be a Commercial Litigation Solicitor with at least 2 years PQE
• You will have experience handling contentious matters and an interest in complex commercial disputes
• You will be confident, commercially aware and able to think quickly under pressure
• You will be a strong team player with a positive attitude and good communication skills

What's on offer?

The opportunity to join a Top 200 firm with a strong national reputation
Exposure to high-value, complex commercial litigation work
A collaborative and modern working environment with genuine work-life balance
Consistent workflow and clear expectations around targets
Competitive salary and benefits package

This is a strong opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Associate to join a growing Leeds-based team with excellent quality work, modern systems and a supportive culture.

Apply now for immediate consideration or contact us for a confidential conversation.