Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Commercial Litigation Associate Solicitor

Competitive salary Hybrid working Full-time or part-time

Yolk Recruitment are working on an exciting opportunity that has arisen for an Associate Solicitor to join a successful and growing Commercial Litigation team.

The team advises a diverse range of commercial and institutional clients, both locally and nationally, with some international work. This is a varied role offering the opportunity to take ownership of your own caseload while working alongside an experienced and supportive team.

The role offers flexibility around location following an initial onboarding period. The successful candidate will be primarily based in Swansea for the first six months to support training, integration and collaboration, after which there is flexibility to work from other office locations.

Part-time applications will also be considered, with a minimum commitment of three days per week.

The Role

You will manage a varied caseload covering areas including:

• Contractual and commercial disputes
• Shareholder disputes
• Debt recovery and recoveries work
• Property-related litigation
• Fixed charge receiver work
• Insolvency matters
• Sports law
• General civil litigation

You will have responsibility for your own caseload and will work closely with solicitors, legal assistants and support staff to deliver a high-quality service to clients.

The role would suit a solicitor with existing contentious experience, but applications are also welcomed from property solicitors or property litigators looking to move into commercial litigation.

About You

We are looking for a solicitor who:

• Has a foundation in commercial litigation, civil litigation or recoveries
• Has experience or an interest in property-related disputes and fixed charge receiver work
• Has experience or an interest in debt recovery and insolvency
• Has experience or an interest in shareholder and contractual disputes
• Is confident dealing directly with clients
• Has excellent organisation and time-management skills
• Can manage and prioritise a varied caseload
• Has strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Is commercially minded and client-focused
• Works well both independently and as part of a team
• Is committed to continued professional development and business development

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Part-time working considered
• Private medical insurance and health cash plan
• 4% employer pension contribution
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Ongoing training and career development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm with a strong reputation for quality client service, professional development and an inclusive working environment.

Welsh language skills are welcomed and supported, with opportunities for employees who wish to develop their Welsh language abilities.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Nicole Smith- Managing Consultant for a confidential discussion.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk, allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive, we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying, then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.