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Exciting opportunity for an experienced commercial litigator
At Partner or Legal Director level (dependent on experience) to join this top-notch, national CDR team, taking key responsibility for CDR matters in Leeds and reporting to the national head of CDR.
This multi-service law firm is attracting top talent into its offices and is known for its collegiate and entrepreneurial approach. Whilst it boasts an impressive roster of household name clients, the firm definitely does not subscribe to a long hours culture.
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I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
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StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
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Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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This is a fabulous opportunity for a senior commercial litigator from a recognised commercial firm
Ready to take a key role within the national team. The ideal lawyer will be able to network internally with the partners at the firm and have the credibility to front litigation with the firm's key clients.
Only those with UK experience will be considered.
On offer is a very attractive salary and benefits package
And a great, collegiate team.
To learn more about this opportunity, please send your CV to Adele Callaghan (specifying full details of your current remuneration package) or email me for a return call to discuss.


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