Commercial Disputes Senior Associate

This is a team that has a glowing reputation for commercial litigation. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Associate to join our well-regarded, successful and top ranked Commercial Disputes team in Bristol. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience of acting in high-value, complex High Court proceedings as well as regulatory and internal investigations in the UK and internationally.

The practice involves a wide range of litigation, arbitration, investigations and crisis management mandates for international and domestic clients, including market leaders in various sectors both nationally and internationally. We act on:

• High-value, complex High Court proceedings
• International arbitration disputes arising from allegations of fraud, negligence and other misconduct
• Accounting and audit-related disputes
• Practice protection matters
• Contractual and corporate disputes
• Regulatory investigations and related enforcement proceedings
• Internal investigations in the UK and internationally
• Cross-border disputes and investigations

The role will involve working closely with partners and colleagues specialising in commercial disputes and collaborating with non-contentious teams where disputes and investigations require advice across practice areas. At Senior Associate level, you will play an important role in managing matters, developing client relationships and supporting the development of junior colleagues.

You will have substantial experience in complex commercial litigation and investigations, focusing on:

• Acting in high-value High Court claims
• Advising on and conducting internal investigations

You will take a leading role in the day-to-day management of complex matters, working closely with partners to develop and implement litigation and investigation strategies. This will include managing teams and workstreams, coordinating with counsel, experts and overseas advisers, and providing clear, practical advice to clients.

We are looking for evidence of strong technical ability and sound judgement, as well as a proven track record in handling complex disputes and investigations. In particular, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Substantial experience of High Court litigation
• Experience advising clients in regulatory investigations
• Strong analytical, drafting and case management skills
• The confidence to provide commercially focused advice
• Experience supervising and developing junior lawyers
• An interest in contributing to the continued growth of the practice

Given the nature of the work and the responsibilities of the role, we are looking to appoint at Senior Associate level. However, we are happy to consider applicants with more or less experience who can demonstrate the relevant skills and capability.

Like all our lawyers, you will benefit from our multi-award winning career development programme, which provides clear expectations of your role and what it takes to progress, high quality clients and work, thorough assessment and individual feedback, robust technical training, and reward for your contribution.

Our UK offices are in London, Bristol and Reading. We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits.

At Osborne Clarke, we value difference and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. We want everyone to feel that OC is a place where you can be yourself and belong.