Associate Solicitor – Commercial Litigation

Job DescriptionAll candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.Associate Solicitor Commercial LitigationSalary: DOE BonusLocation: Harrow North West LondonHigh-Quality Commercial Disputes Work & Clear ProgressionThe OpportunityOur client a well-established commercial law firm in Harrow is looking to appoint an Associate Solicitor Commercial Litigation to join their growing disputes team.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded litigator who wants genuine responsibility direct client contact and a clear route to Senior Associate and beyond within a firm that genuinely prioritises its people professional development and worklife balance.The RoleWhat You’ll Be DoingManage your own caseload of commercial disputes including: Shareholder and partnership disputesProperty and land disputesLandlord and tenant mattersInsolvency-related litigationGeneral commercial contract disputesReport directly to the Head of Department supporting them with: Workflow management across the teamBudget and financial performance of the practice groupBusiness development and marketing initiativesWork closely with commercial clients providing pragmatic solutions-focused adviceContribute to team growth helping to shape processes client care standards and best practiceAbout YouExperience & RequirementsTo be considered for this role you will ideally have:Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales36 years PQE in Commercial Litigation (applications slightly outside this range will be considered on merit)Strong experience handling a mixed caseload of: Shareholder / partnership disputesProperty and landlord & tenant disputesCommercial contract disputesInsolvency-related matters (desirable)Technical skills & competencies: Confident with drafting pleadings witness statements and correspondenceExperience with ADR mediation and settlement negotiationsComfortable with court procedures in the County Court and High CourtClient-facing experience including direct contact with SME and owner-managed business clientsA commercial mindset able to balance legal risk with practical business outcomesStrong communication skills both written and verbal with excellent attention to detailA proactive collaborative approach and a genuine interest in business development and growing client relationshipsTechnical Skills & QualificationsQualified Solicitor (England & Wales) essentialCommercial Litigation background from a recognised commercial or regional firmSolid working knowledge of: Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)Insolvency Act / Companies Act (advantageous)Landlord & tenant legislationConfident using case management systems and standard Microsoft Office toolsSalary Benefits & Working ArrangementsSalary: DOEBonus: Attractive performance-related bonus structureLocation: Harrow North West London easily commutable from Central and North West LondonWorking pattern: Hybrid working (office and home-based blend)Flexibility to manage your own time and workloadBenefits include (subject to confirmation with our client): 25 days holiday bank holidays (with potential to increase with service)Pension schemeOngoing training and CPD supportStructured mentorship from senior litigators and the Head of DepartmentGenuine career progression to Senior Associate and for the right person a future route to partnershipSupportive people-first culture with a focus on trust autonomy and continuous learningCareer Progression & DevelopmentOur client is committed to long-term career development. As you establish yourself within the team you can expect:Increasing responsibility for higher-value and more complex disputesOpportunities to lead on client relationships and BD initiativesA clear progression path towards Senior Associate and potential future leadership opportunities within the departmentHow to ApplyIf you are a Commercial Litigation Solicitor looking for a role where you can take ownership of your caseload work closely with high-quality clients and progress your career in a supportive growth-focused environment we would love to hear from you.For a confidential discussion or to submit your CV please contact:Mara Watson Legal Recruitment ConsultantEmail :All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence. xpwpeyx Your details will not be shared with our client or any third party without your prior knowledge and explicit consent.#J-18808-Ljbffr