Oculus Legal Group
Commercial Litigation solicitor
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Commercial Litigation Associate | Birmingham | Top 50 Law Firm
Salary: £66,000 - £78,000 + Bonus & Excellent Benefits
Hybrid Working Available
Fulltime or Part time
Are you a Commercial Litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive looking to join a market-leading disputes team where you'll gain exposure to genuinely high-quality work, work alongside recognised Legal 500 lawyers, and accelerate your long-term career progression?
A leading Top 50 UK law firm is continuing to invest in its Birmingham disputes practice and is looking to appoint a Commercial Litigation Associate (2+ PQE) to join its highly regarded national team.
This is an opportunity to become part of a collaborative and ambitious disputes group acting for a broad range of national and international businesses on complex, high-value matters. You'll work closely with highly respected partners while being trusted to take ownership of your own caseload and client relationships.
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The Opportunity
You will advise on a wide range of commercial disputes, including:
- Complex breach of contract claims
- Shareholder and partnership disputes
- Director and boardroom disputes
- Professional negligence claims
- Injunctive relief applications
- Reputation-sensitive and strategic litigation
- Cross-border and multi-jurisdictional disputes
The team prides itself on giving associates early responsibility and direct client exposure, making it an excellent environment for lawyers looking to develop both technically and commercially.
Why Consider This Role?
- Join a nationally recognised Commercial Litigation team
- Work alongside Legal 500 ranked Partners
- Exposure to high-value and complex disputes
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice
- Strong focus on mentoring and professional development
- Genuine hybrid and flexible working culture
- Excellent quality of work without the pressures often associated with City firms
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Benefits Package
- Competitive salary up to £78,000+
- Annual bonus scheme
- Hybrid working
- Private medical insurance
- Health cash plan
- Digital GP service
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Enhanced maternity benefits
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Critical illness cover
- Generous pension contribution
- Discounted legal services
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to work scheme
This role would suit a commercially minded litigator who is looking to take the next step within a supportive, high-performing national practice and gain exposure to some of the best quality disputes work available in the Birmingham market.
For a confidential discussion, please get in touch:
Ellie Marshall
Oculus Legal Group
ellie.marshall@oculuslegalgroup.com
07383 821952
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