Litigation Solicitor

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Full time £95,000 - £130,000 per year

Job Description
Litigation Solicitor (5+ PQE) – High-Value Commercial Disputes
Salary: £95,000–£130,000 (depending on experience) + bonus
Location: Central London (City) – Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office)
Join a Leading Commercial Disputes Team Working on High-Value, Complex Cases
Our client is a highly regarded commercial law firm with a strong reputation for handling complex, high-value disputes for sophisticated, international clients. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Litigation Solicitor to join a market-leading team, work on multi‑million‑pound matters, and take a genuine step forward in your career.
 
You'll be involved in headline-making disputes, acting for major corporates, financial institutions, funds and high-net-worth individuals, with real responsibility from day one and clear progression towards senior and leadership roles.
The Role: Complex, High-Value Commercial Litigation
You will join a busy and growing disputes team, focusing on a broad range of complex commercial and corporate litigation, often with a cross‑border element. Typical work will include:
  • Commercial litigation – contract, shareholder and partnership disputes
  • Corporate disputes – including M&A and private equity-related litigation
  • Banking and finance litigation – acting for banks, funds and financial institutions
  • International arbitration – including ICC, LCIA and other major institutions
  • Regulatory investigations and enforcement
  • Fraud and investigations – including complex, multi‑party matters
  • Sector disputes – including technology, infrastructure, energy and real estate
You will manage your own caseload (appropriate to experience) and work closely with partners on major, multi‑jurisdictional matters.
Key Responsibilities
  • Running and assisting on High Court litigation and international arbitration matters
  • Drafting and reviewing complex commercial contracts, pleadings and evidence
  • Coordinating cross-border disputes and working with overseas counsel
  • Advising a sophisticated client base, including corporates, financial institutions, funds and HNWIs
  • Using technology, AI tools, litigation analytics and e‑disclosure platforms to support case strategy
  • Supporting business development and contributing to client pitches and thought leadership
  • Supervising and mentoring junior team members (where appropriate to your level)
Experience & Requirements
To be considered, you will need:
  • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
  • Minimum 5 years' PQE in commercial litigation (more experienced candidates are very welcome to apply)
  • Strong experience from a national, international or top-tier commercial firm (including City, Magic Circle or leading international practices)
  • Proven track record in:
    • High Court litigation (not solely County Court work)
    • High-value claims (typically £1m+; ideally multi‑million‑pound disputes)
    • International arbitration (ICC, LCIA or similar)
    • Multi‑jurisdictional and cross‑border disputes
  • Exposure to one or more of: banking/finance disputes, corporate/M&A disputes, fraud, regulatory investigations, IP or real estate litigation
  • Excellent drafting, advocacy and analytical skills
  • Strong commercial acumen and the ability to give pragmatic, business‑focused advice
  • Confident managing client relationships and working under pressure on high‑stakes matters
Technical Skills & Tools
  • High level of technology proficiency, including:
    • Litigation analytics platforms
    • AI‑driven research or drafting tools
    • E‑disclosure / document review platforms
  • Comfortable working with complex data and large document sets
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail
Career Progression & Development
This role offers clear, structured progression for the right person. Depending on your level, you can expect:
  • A defined path towards Senior Associate and beyond
  • Opportunities to lead matters and supervise juniors as you progress
  • Involvement in firm-wide initiatives, business development and client relationship management
  • Support for developing a sector or practice niche (e.g. financial services, tech, energy, infrastructure)
  • Access to high-quality training, mentoring and ongoing professional development
Salary, Benefits & Working Arrangements
In return, our client offers a highly competitive package, which is likely to include:
  • Salary: circa £95,000–£130,000 depending on PQE and experience
  • Performance-related bonus
  • Hybrid working – typically 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
  • 25+ days' annual leave plus bank holidays (with the potential to buy/sell days)
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Private medical insurance and other health/wellbeing benefits
  • Life assurance and income protection
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Season ticket loan and/or travel support
  • Professional subscriptions paid (e.g. Law Society)
  • Regular social events and a supportive, collaborative team culture
(Exact benefits will be confirmed with shortlisted candidates.)
Location & Office
  • Location: Central London (City)
  • Working pattern: Hybrid (office and home), with flexibility around core hours
  • Modern, well‑equipped offices with easy access to major transport links.
How to Apply / Contact
To discuss this opportunity in confidence or to apply, please contact:
 
Mara Watson – Legal Recruitment Consultant
Email: m.-
 
Please send your CV and a brief outline of your current salary, notice period and relevant experience. Suitable candidates will be contacted promptly to discuss the role in more detail.
 
All applications will be handled with the strictest confidentiality. Your details will not be shared with our client without your prior knowledge and consent.

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