Commercial Litigation Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000

Job description

Commercial Litigation Solicitor (1-2 Years PQE) | Top 100 Firm | Bristol

The Firm:

This leading national law firm is highly regarded for its exceptional people and deep sector expertise. The firm's strong reputation is built on its industry knowledge and commitment to providing excellent client outcomes. Its collaborative, inclusive culture ensures that employees are supported in reaching their full potential while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

With a focus on sectors such as real estate, social housing, construction, sport, renewable energy, agriculture, and private wealth services, the firm is known for its innovative, industry-led approach to legal services.

The Role:

Due to growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor (1-2 years PQE) to join a highly regarded dispute resolution team in Bristol. The team is consistently ranked highly by the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners and has significant experience handling complex disputes across a broad range of industries.
You will work on a diverse caseload, which includes contract disputes, shareholder and corporate disputes, professional negligence, banking disputes, intellectual property, fraud, procurement, and more. The team handles high-value, high-profile matters, and you will have the opportunity to manage your own caseload while supporting senior colleagues on larger, more complex cases.

This role also provides ample opportunities for business development and client interaction, with the expectation that you will actively contribute to the firm's growth and success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a varied caseload of commercial disputes, including those related to contracts, professional negligence, IP, fraud, and more.
• Collaborating with senior colleagues on complex, high-value disputes.
• Participating in business development activities and client networking.
• Ensuring compliance with information security and firm policies.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Commercial Litigation Solicitor (1-2 years PQE), with experience in commercial litigation and a strong academic background.
• Proactive, flexible, and able to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality client service.
• Strong initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A passion for business development and contributing to a supportive and collegial team culture.

What's on Offer:

• A competitive salary and exceptional benefits package, with flexibility to support work-life balance.
• Career development opportunities, including exposure to high-profile litigation and mentoring by leading Partners.
• A supportive, friendly, and inclusive team environment.
• A comprehensive learning and development program to help you realise your full potential.

Why Join?

This firm offers a truly different career experience. You'll thrive in a supportive, empowering environment where your contributions are valued, and your personal development is a priority. The firm is committed to maintaining a positive, flexible work-life balance, with a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on wellbeing.

If you are an ambitious Commercial Litigation Solicitor (1-2 years PQE) with a desire to work in a dynamic and growing team, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in commercial litigation.