Commercial Litigation - Senior Associate

The Opportunity

This is an ideal role for a lawyer who enjoys variety and is keen to build a broad disputes practice, working across complex, high-value matters while developing their profile and taking on increasing responsibility.

What You’ll Do

You will play a key role advising on a broad mix of commercial litigation matters. Candidates should be commercial, creative legal thinkers who are eager to develop the practice both internally and externally.

Advise on a wide range of commercial disputes including contractual, corporate and financial services disputes and civil fraud across a broad range of industry sectors.

Manage disputes across all stages from pre-action through to resolution

Draft court documents including pleadings and evidence

Work collaboratively across our offices globally on cross-border mandates

Take ownership of workstreams with support from senior colleagues

Build client relationships and contribute to business development

What We’re Looking For

England & Wales qualified lawyer with 4-6 PQE

Experience in complex high-value disputes (litigation and/or international arbitration)

Excellent case management skills

Client focus and commitment to first-class service with a view to developing client facing skills

Strong technical and commercial judgement

A strong work ethic demonstrated by a proven track record of meeting standard hours target

Personable and collegiate mindset demonstrated by good working relationships with colleagues, clients and external organisations

A willingness to engage in business development opportunities including client secondments

A genuine interest in working flexibly across commercial litigation and arbitration

Why Pinsent Masons

At Pinsent Masons, we are a purpose led professional services business committed to creating a career experience that is exceptional by design. We offer:

High-quality, intellectually stimulating work with market leading clients

A supportive, inclusive and collaborative culture where people can thrive

Clear and transparent opportunities for development and progression

Flexible and agile working, supported by PM Working

Our Commitment

We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent and building an inclusive, fair and supportive workplace. We value the strength that comes from different experiences and strive to create an environment where everyone feels they belong.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates across jurisdictions. If you require reasonable adjustments, we will work with you to identify a suitable approach.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via our recruitment portal only.

For an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact our in-house Talent Acquisition Advisor, Jules Grieve:LinkedIn: Jules Grieve | LinkedIn

Email: jules.grieve@pinsentmasons.com