Partner

Company: William James Recruitment
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Location: Birmingham
Job Description:

The Role

A leading Legal 500 law firm is seeking to appoint an experienced Commercial Litigation Partner to join its growing Birmingham office as part of a strategic expansion within its Disputes practice.

This is a key senior hire, offering the opportunity to play a pivotal role in the continued growth of a highly regarded Commercial Litigation team, with a clear mandate to strengthen the firm’s presence in the Midlands market.

You will work alongside an established team of Partners and senior lawyers, advising a diverse and high‑quality client base including multinational organisations, public sector bodies, and blue‑chip companies.

The team handles a broad range of complex, high‑value disputes, including:

  • Shareholder, partnership, and director disputes
  • Breach of restrictive covenants
  • Defamation matters
  • International arbitration

The Candidate

  • An experienced Commercial Litigation Lawyer operating at Partner level, or an ambitious Legal Director / Senior Associate ready to step up
  • Strong technical expertise across a wide range of commercial disputes
  • A proven or developing client following, with the ability to win work and build a sustainable pipeline through networking and business development
  • Commercially astute, with the drive to play a leading role in growing the practice
  • Experience gained within a reputable regional, national, or international firm
  • Motivated by a clear progression pathway, with aspirations toward Equity Partnership

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and bonus structure
  • Excellent employee benefits package
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
  • Clear and transparent pathway to Equity Partnership, supported by a proven track record of internal promotions and well‑defined progression criteria
  • Excellent firm culture with a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment
  • Strong period of sustained growth, combining organic expansion with strategic hires and expansion plans

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Posted: May 22nd, 2026