Senior / Principal Associate in Sports and Entertainment Disputes

4 weeks ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Cape Clarke Full time
Exciting Opportunity for Senior/Principal Associate in Sports and Entertainment Disputes
Birmingham Office
Join a Top 50 UK law firm


This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic, supportive environment while handling high-profile cases in the thriving sports, media, and entertainment sectors.


About the Firm:
Our client is a prestigious law firm, consistently ranked among the top in the UK. Renowned for its expertise and client-focused approach, the firm offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development.

About the Role:
As a Senior/Principal Associate, you'll be:
A part of a dedicated team specializing in sports, and media disputes. You'll handle a diverse caseload, including contractual disputes, intellectual property matters, regulatory issues, and defamation claims. This role offers exposure to high-profile clients and complex, precedent-setting cases.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage a varied caseload of disputes within the sports, media, and entertainment sectors.
  • Provide expert legal advice and representation to clients, including sports clubs, media companies, and celebrities.
  • Handle all aspects of dispute resolution, from initial case assessment to trial advocacy.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across the firm to deliver integrated legal solutions.
  • Stay updated on legal developments and industry trends within the sports, media, and entertainment sectors.

About You:

  • Qualified solicitor with significant PQE in dispute resolution, ideally within the sports, media, or entertainment sectors.
  • Strong litigation skills, with a track record of success in handling complex disputes.
  • Excellent communication and advocacy skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and stakeholders.
  • Commercial acumen and a proactive, solution-focused approach to legal challenges.
  • Team player with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Why Apply:

  • Opportunity to work for a top-ranked UK law firm with a global reputation for excellence.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, including bonus scheme and flexible working options.
  • Supportive, inclusive culture that values diversity and fosters professional development.
  • Exposure to high-profile clients and complex, intellectually stimulating work.
  • Dynamic, collaborative team environment with opportunities for career progression.
Apply now to join our Birmingham office and be part of our success story.

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