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Commercial Disputes Managing Associate

Commercial Disputes Managing Associate

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions • Leeds, England, UK
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Description

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

Apply online or send your CV to or call 0 for more information.

All applications will be handled in strict confidence.


Required Experience:

IC


Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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