Commercial Disputes Lawyer

A new opportunity has arisen in our Commercial Dispute Resolution team for a talented and driven Associate or Senior Associate (NQ to 5 years' PQE) to support clients on a wide range of contentious and advisory matters.

The role

You will be working for a diverse range of clients ranging from global corporates, well-known regional businesses, fast growing SMEs, through to high-net-worth individuals across the firm's key sectors. Your work will be varied and will include:

• your own caseload and client relationships - we pride ourselves on taking the time to get to know our clients, their businesses and their objectives and you will play a key role in nurturing new and existing relationships;
• supporting the partners and senior colleagues on complex matters, whilst also mentoring and supervising junior colleagues;
• assisting with business development initiatives; and
• designing and delivering in person and virtual training and presentations both internally and externally.

What we are looking for

To be successful in your application, you will currently be a commercial disputes specialist in a busy and highly regarded team (we are considering NQ to 5years' PQE experience). You will be able to demonstrate your ability to develop both yourself and strong internal and external relationships.

You will already be buildinggeneral commercial disputes expertise and strong technical knowledge, and as a successful applicant you will have the opportunity towork on the following types of cases:

• technology-related dispute resolution work - Clarion has established a reputation advising both large corporate and public-sector clients on business-critical IT;
• outsourcing and logistics issues advising on fundamentally important matters for our client in sectors such as sport, healthcare, education and training;
• shareholder/corporate/partnership/JV and post M&A disputes;
• judicial review, procurement challenges and related damages claims;
• large-scale, multi-million contract dispute claims in manufacturing, retail and other core sectors; and/or
• international work with the chance to assist in developing that source of work into the firm.

To enjoy working at Clarion and thrive in the firm you will need to be motivated, a team player, commercially minded, willing to learn and grow, adaptable to change, calm under pressure and be able to work equally well autonomously and collaboratively.

The role is based in Leeds with the ability to work from home 2 days per week.

The team

The CDR team is made up of a dozen highly respected lawyers and is consistently listed in Chambers and the Legal 500. It prides itself on the pragmatic and commercial advice it gives on a broad range of complex issues to mitigate risk and protect our clients' interests. Find out more about our Commercial Dispute Resolution team here

Working at Clarion

Clarion has a great reputation as an employer of choice and our culture is vital to our ongoing success. We genuinely care for our employees and hire only the best talent (good people with outstanding technical skills). In exchange for your efforts you can expect:

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, and your birthday off (with the option to buy or sell holiday)
• Medical Cash Plan/Private Health scheme (depending on experience)
• Contributory Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Generous 'family friendly leave'
• An array of wellness benefits (including onsite yoga, pilates, massage and mental health programmes)

A wide range of additional benefits such as Perkbox, reduced travel/parking charges and a cycle to work schemes with fully secure bike storage on-site.

As a valued member of the team, you will also have the opportunity to join a number of clubs and committees - ranging from book and crochet clubs, to menopausal and carers support groups, as well as initiatives for social causes such as our 'BeingGreen' and 'BeingOne' groups. We are sure to have something that reflects your passions and interests, both in and our of work, whilst making friendships that last for life.

If you believe you have the skills and experience to become Clarion's next Commercial DisputesLawyer, please send your CV and any supporting information to: . If you would prefer an initial informal and fully confidential chat, please get in touch with our Talent Manager, Nadia Hemmings, on .

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