William James Recruitment
Commercial Litigation Managing Associate
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Commercial Litigation Managing Associate
Managing Associate – Commercial & Corporate Litigation
William James Recruitment is instructed on behalf of a leading full-service law firm with an international footprint.
The Firm
Our client is a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and internationally recognised law firm, advising a wide spectrum of clients from:
- Multinational corporations
- Financial institutions
- Private individuals
- Entrepreneurs
The firm combines sector-specialist knowledge with expertise across traditional practice areas to provide tailored, commercially-focused solutions. With offices across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, it manages complex cross-border and multi-jurisdictional matters, building long-term relationships based on trust, integrity, and collaboration.
The Commercial & Corporate Litigation Team
The team handles the full spectrum of disputes, including:
- High Court litigation
- International and domestic arbitration
- Alternative dispute resolution
Daily work involves:
- Managing litigation across multiple jurisdictions
- Relying on experience in:
- Banking and funds disputes (including derivatives and structured finance)
- Shareholder and joint-venture disputes
- Private equity disputes
- Professional services disputes
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Key attributes of the team:
- One of the largest within the firm
- Highest-billing team in the organisation
- Known for promoting from within
Role Overview
We are seeking a Managing Associate to join the Commercial & Corporate Litigation team in London.
Ideal candidate:
- Substantial post-practice experience (post-qualification) from a top litigation team
- Suitable candidate ready for a high-profile, high-responsibility role
- Ability to drive complex, international disputes
- Knowledge to supervise junior lawyers and develop business strategies
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a diverse caseload of commercial disputes
- Supervise junior lawyers with delegation and mentorship
- Build client relationships and lead business development initiatives
- Deliver actionable strategic and tactical advice
- Control multi-jurisdictional matters, including coordination with international counsel
Candidate Profile
- Qualified 2015 or equivalent, with proven experience from a top litigation practice
- Depth of technical knowledge in commercial and corporate disputes
- Commercially savvy with measurable contributions to business growth
- Highly independent mindset for high-demand environments
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What the Firm Offers
- Competitive salary, supplemented with:
- Strong performance-linked benefits
- Bonus potential up to £20%
- Clear promotion channels with a transparent career progression path
- Collaborative, entrepreneurial and international culture
- Access to high-profile, multi-jurisdictional matters
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Commitment to wellbeing and diversity initiatives
Apply through William James Recruitment in full confidence—no CV required for the initial stage.
Contact Details
Alice Winter (Retained Consultant, William James Recruitment)
- Direct line: 0203 918 1665
- Mobile: 0794 405 5476
- Email: alice.winter@williamjamesrecruitment.com
Note: William James Recruitment is the UK’s top legal recruitment partner.
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