Litigation Associate - London

This role is based in our London office.

Our Team

We are looking to hire a highly a driven Litigation Associate to join our London office operation at an exciting growth period.

We are an enthusiastic team that support each other in order to achieve a great working environment. We value each other's expertise and opinion and pride ourselves in offering an inclusive, enjoyable and motivating place to work.

The Role

We are looking to further strengthen our Litigation team with the appointment of an Associate, Newly Qualified or up to 2 years Post Qualified Experience (PQE). This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and ambitious operation and to have plenty of scope to make a mark in the office. You will work on high-quality, blue-chip matters within a broad and varied practice, with exposure to business development and long-term growth potential.

As a Litigation Associate at Gilson Gray, you'll be responsible for:

• Preparing letters, court documents and settlement documentation
• Conducting legal and factual research, including case law
• Supporting partners on more complex or high-value disputes
• Taking responsibility for achieving results for clients while meeting budgetary targets
• Achieving personal and departmental KPIs
• Collaborating with other internal departments and functions

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Qualified solicitor; Newly Qualified to 2 years' PQE
• Experience of Litigation matters
• Excellent research and writing skills
• Well organised with the ability to prioritise effectively and manage competing deadlines
• Strong IT skills, including document and data management systems
• A collaborative team player with a positive and proactive approach