Job Description
The Role
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William James Recruitment is instructed on behalf of a fast-growing, premium disputes boutique seeking to appoint an ambitious Associate (circa 2–4 PQE) to join its London team.
The firm has quickly established an excellent reputation for handling high-value, complex commercial litigation and arbitration. The practice is led by highly regarded disputes lawyers with backgrounds at leading international firms and extensive experience in international disputes.
The Managing Partner brings over 30 years’ experience in cross-border litigation and arbitration, having founded the practice with a clear vision to create a specialist disputes platform focused on high-stakes, claimant-side work. The wider partnership comprises lawyers who trained and practised at Magic Circle and elite US firms, reinforcing the firm’s strong technical pedigree and market credibility.
The firm focuses on some of the world’s largest litigations and arbitrations, supporting a diverse international client base from its London office. Core practice areas include:
Competition Litigation
International Arbitration
Financial Services Disputes
White Collar Crime and Investigations
Associates work directly with Partners, gaining early responsibility and broader exposure than is typical within larger firms, while benefiting from close mentoring and support from highly experienced practitioners.
The Candidate
- 2–4 PQE from a leading City, national or international disputes practice
Strong experience advising on high-value, international commercial disputes
Proven ability to manage and proactively drive matters forward with appropriate supervision
Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly
Collaborative and team-oriented approach
Highly organised and able to perform under pressure and to tight deadlines
Strong academic background
Why This Opportunity
- Join a fast-growing, specialist disputes boutique with a strong international focus
Work directly with highly experienced Partners from leading xwwtmva global firms
Exposure to innovative, high-profile and market-leading litigation
Greater autonomy and responsibility than in a larger firm
Genuinely entrepreneurial culture with no internal silos
Clear opportunity to contribute to – and grow with – the business
Benefits & How to Apply
- Competitive remuneration package
High level of Partner access and mentoring
Opportunity for meaningful career progression within a growing platform
Collaborative and supportive team environment
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