Commercial Litigation Solicitor

12 hours ago

Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Full time

Job Description
Commercial Litigation Dispute Resolution Solicitor
Location: Ipswich
Salary: £55,000–£70,000 | High-Profile Disputes & Career Growth
Join a Top-Tier Litigation Team and Shape Complex Commercial Outcomes
Are you a talented Commercial Litigation Solicitor seeking to handle high-value, complex disputes in a dynamic, market-leading team?
 
Our client, a highly ranked law firm in Ipswich, offers a fantastic opportunity to work with a diverse client base—including high net worth individuals, entrepreneurs, SMEs, and multi-nationals—on matters that reach the High Court, Court of Appeal, and international arbitration.
The Opportunity
You'll join a specialist team routinely ranked in the top tier by Legal 500 and Chambers, and praised for its technical excellence and client relationships. Expect to:
  • Manage your own files and run a broad caseload of commercial disputes
  • Interact directly with clients, building long-term relationships
  • Assist senior team members on complex cases
  • Advise on enforcement of restrictive covenants, shareholder disputes, and more
  • Use modern document management, CRM, and time recording systems
  • Contribute to business development through articles, networking, and client events
About You
  • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 3–5 years' PQE in commercial litigation
  • Strong academic background and excellent technical skills
  • Experience advising on complex commercial disputes and enforcement matters
  • High attention to detail and consistently high work standards
  • Commercially astute, proactive, and client-focused
  • Aptitude for business development and relationship building
  • Keen interest in career progression and supporting team growth
  • Willing to travel weekly to Ipswich if based in Norwich or Chelmsford (expenses covered)
Benefits & Rewards
  • Competitive salary: £55,000–£70,000 (DOE)
  • 25 days' holiday (plus Bank Holidays), rising with service
  • Long service holiday award
  • Private Healthcare after probation
  • Enhanced Pension Scheme (5% employer/employee)
  • Staff profit share & salary sacrifice options
  • Life assurance (4x salary) & permanent health insurance
  • Paid CSR day & enhanced parental leave
  • Season ticket loan, Gym Flex membership, electric car scheme
  • Dress for your Day & agile/hybrid working policy
  • Structured career development and wellbeing support
Location & Working Arrangements
  • Based in Ipswich (also open to Norwich or Chelmsford with weekly travel to Ipswich)
  • Agile/hybrid working available
  • 35-hour working week
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're ready to advance your career with a top-ranked litigation team and handle high-quality commercial disputes, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion or further details, contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch
Managing Director, Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions
d.hawthorne--
 
All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence. Our client is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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