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Senior Associate – Dispute Resolution

United Kingdom, Guildford 75000.00 - 100000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 03, 2026
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A leading South East law firm with a longstanding reputation for excellence is seeking a Senior Associate to join its highly regarded Dispute Resolution team in Guildford. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Associate to join a growing and ambitious disputes practice, advising businesses, entrepreneurs, shareholders, property owners, professional firms and high-net-worth individuals on a broad range of complex and high-value disputes.

Job Responsibility

  • Handle a broad caseload of commercial and civil disputes
  • Work closely with partners on larger and more complex matters
  • Take ownership of matters
  • Develop client relationships
  • Contribute to the strategic growth of the team

Requirements

  • 6+ years' PQE gained within a recognised Dispute Resolution practice
  • Strong experience handling commercial and civil disputes
  • Experience managing matters independently from inception through to resolution
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy support skills
  • Strong knowledge of litigation procedure
  • Experience of mediation and alternative dispute resolution
  • Confidence building and maintaining client relationships
  • Commercial awareness and strong business development skills
  • A collaborative approach and desire to mentor junior team members

Nice to have

An existing network in the Surrey or wider South East market

What we offer

  • Bonus
  • Benefits
  • Pension
  • Healthcare
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