Commercial Disputes Managing Associate

Commercial Disputes Managing Associate

Location: Leeds

Salary: 95000 to 125000 bonus and benefits

Experience: 5 years PQE

Our client is expanding and looking to recruit a Managing Associate into its Commercial Disputes team in Leeds.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing disputes practice handling high-calibre work with real scope to progress as you take on complex matters and play a visible role in client relationships and team leadership.

The Team Youll join a commercial disputes group with strength across the UK and internationally known for a commercial and innovative approach to resolving business disputes. The team regularly deploys a mix of formal proceedings and alternative dispute resolution including negotiation and mediation and works closely with non-contentious colleagues to understand the underlying transactions and achieve sensible outcomes.

What Youll Be Doing

• Advising on a wide range of commercial and corporate disputes

• Managing complex cases and taking responsibility for delivery against client and court deadlines

• Supervising and supporting associate teams under partner guidance

• Working collaboratively with colleagues across contentious and non-contentious practice areas

• Keeping on top of legal and regulatory developments and tailoring advice accordingly

• Playing an active role in business development including strengthening existing client relationships and developing new ones

• Supporting the development of junior colleagues through coaching feedback and knowledge sharing

• Contributing to continuous improvement including considering how technology and AI tools can support efficient high-quality delivery

What Were Looking For

Essential

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales

• 5 years PQE with strong disputes experience gained in private practice

• Strong technical grounding and versatility across commercial and corporate disputes

• Confidence managing complex matters and leading teams with appropriate supervision

• Excellent attention to detail strong judgement and a proactive approach

• Strong client-handling skills and the ability to build trusted relationships

• Collaborative mindset and genuine interest in developing others

Desirable

• Experience of a broad range of dispute resolution processes including ADR

• Interest in process improvement and the practical use of legal technology

Whats On Offer

• Salary of 95000 to 125000 bonus and benefits

• High-quality work within a growing disputes practice

• Supportive culture with strong investment in development mentoring and progression

• Structured training and leadership development opportunities

• A genuinely inclusive environment with active networks and a focus on belonging

Working Arrangements

Leeds. Full-time permanent role.

Next Steps

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