Commercial Litigation Associate (2 PQE)

Harbottle & Lewis LLP; City of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in London is looking for a Commercial Litigation Associate with 2 years of post-qualification experience. This role involves managing a range of commercial disputes and providing strategic legal advice. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong client management skills and the ability to work independently. The position is full-time and offers career progression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of post-qualification experience in commercial litigation.
• Ability to work independently and within a team on larger matters.
• Capable of managing a varied caseload of commercial disputes.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial disputes, including breach of contract claims.
• Conduct legal research and provide clear, strategic advice to clients.
• Draft inter-partes correspondence, evidence, and interim applications.

Skills

Legal research

Client management

Effective communication

Commercial awareness

Job description

Commercial Litigation Associate (2 PQE)

Harbottle & Lewis invites applications for a Commercial Litigation Associate with 2 post‑qualifying experience.

About Harbottle & Lewis

We are a dynamic, multifaceted law firm that provides a wide range of legal services to a creative and entrepreneurial client base. We partner with the big and the small, from cutting‑edge startups to global corporations, early‑stage entrepreneurs to established industry leaders, and household names to private individuals and their family offices. We are renowned for our sector specialisms, which we combine with expertise across all the traditional practice areas to deliver tailored solutions that truly add value.

We offer a collegiate, vibrant, and supportive environment, a clear path for career progression, and a strong platform from which to learn and grow. We look for high‑performing, committed, and innovative people who aren’t afraid to push themselves to be the best they can be. We invest time in developing skills and knowledge and run several development and training programmes throughout the year, encouraging personal involvement in other areas of expertise.

About the Commercial Litigation Group

Our Commercial Litigation Group works across a broad range of litigation for clients from various industries and sectors, including media, technology, telecoms, private capital, property, financial advisory and investment, entertainment, and retail.

The Role

We are seeking a lawyer, 2 PQE, who is technically excellent with the ability to deliver advice in a pragmatic and commercial manner. The lawyer must have practical experience of working independently on smaller matters and being part of a team on larger matters. The role will involve working directly with partners and other lawyers in the Group.

• Managing a varied caseload of commercial disputes, including breach of contract, company law disputes (including shareholder disputes), and ‘fraud’ claims.
• Conducting legal research and providing clear, strategic advice to clients.
• Legal drafting of inter‑partes correspondence, evidence, and interim applications.
• Liaising with counsel, experts, and other stakeholders throughout proceedings.
• Supporting senior team members on large‑scale litigation and arbitration matters.
• Attending client meetings, mediations, and court hearings where appropriate.
• Taking an active role and interest in marketing and business development within the firm and across all the firm’s industries.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate should be capable of taking responsibility for tasks when appropriate while also following direction competently and efficiently. They must demonstrate the ability to think and act independently and pro‑actively when required. Adaptability is key; they will need to handle a wide variety of tasks depending on the nature of the matter or the size of the team, and they should be willing to engage with all aspects of a matter, from the early pre‑action stage through to trial.

Additionally, confidence and sociability are essential when dealing directly with clients, as is the ability to deliver a high level of client service tailored to each client’s specific priorities.

Key Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Law Practice