Senior Dispute Resolution Solicitor

Job description

Service Care Legal are working with well-regarded law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Dispute Resolution team.

This is a key hire into a growing Dispute Resolution team covering a broad range of matters including commercial litigation, contractual and shareholder disputes, insolvency, property litigation, and debt recovery. There is also exposure to PI/medical negligence and construction disputes.

The Role:

• Manage a caseload of high-value, complex commercial disputes
• Act as a senior fee earner, delivering high-quality client service
• Support partners on more complex matters
• Mentor and supervise junior lawyers, including trainees
• Play an active role in the development and growth of the Guildford team

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor with strong disputes experience (5 years’+ PQE)
• Proven experience in commercial/contractual disputes (shareholder disputes desirable)
• Experience in construction disputes advantageous
• Demonstrated ability or ambition to mentor and supervise others
• Commercially minded, proactive, and collaborative

Additional Information:

• Hybrid working (3 days in the office; more initially for onboarding)
• Clear progression opportunities for Associates stepping up
• Supportive, people-first culture with a focus on sustainable work-life balance

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Guildford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English