Commercial Litigation Associate Solicitor / Senior Associate Solicitor – Birmingham – Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits
A highly regarded, national law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate / Senior Associate Solicitor to join its growing Birmingham City Centre office as part of a strategic expansion within its Disputes practice. With continued investment, access to international work, and a strong pipeline of high-quality matters, this is a standout opportunity to join a modern, ambitious firm offering excellent progression, high-quality clients, and a collaborative working environment. You’ll play a key role in a well-established yet expanding team, handling a broad mix of commercial disputes while benefiting from strong support, exposure to complex matters, and clear routes for career development, all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance within an employee-centred culture.
The Role:
- Managing a varied caseload of Commercial Litigation matters, including contract disputes and broader business conflicts
- Advising clients on shareholder, partnership, and director disputes
- Handling matters from instruction through to resolution, including litigation and ADR
- Drafting pleadings, correspondence, and legal documentation across Commercial Litigation cases
- Providing commercially focused, pragmatic advice to a diverse client base, including those with international reach
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Attending client meetings, negotiations, and court hearings, with advocacy opportunities
- Supporting business development and contributing to the continued growth of the Birmingham disputes team
The Candidate:
- A Commercial Litigation Solicitor operating from circa 1–4 years’ PQE (Associate or Senior Associate level), with flexibility to consider candidates up to 6 years’ PQE
- Strong technical expertise across Commercial Litigation matters
- Experience gained within a reputable boutique, regional, national, or international firm
- A solid grounding in traditional commercial disputes work
- Commercially aware, with strong client-handling and communication skills
- Ambitious and motivated, with an interest in business development and contributing to team growth
The Benefits & How to Apply:
- Competitive salary, aligned with national law firm benchmarks, with a strong bonus structure
- Comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare (with family options), life assurance, income protection insurance, and enhanced pension scheme
- Generous holiday entitlement starting from 25 days, rising to 30 days plus bank holidays
- Firm-wide discretionary bonus in addition to performance-related bonuses
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, alongside an emphasis on work-life balance
- Clear and structured career progression pathway within a growing national practice
- Supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking firm culture with an employee-centred approach
- High-quality work, including exposure to international matters
- Modern, contemporary offices and excellent technology infrastructure
- Excellent scope for career progression within a well-established and expanding team
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.
Contact: Rhys Spencer, Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: 0121 392 7377 Mobile: 07506 994 088
Email: rhys.spencer@williamjamesrecruitment.com
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William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.
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