Eventus Recruitment is seeking a Senior Associate Solicitor – Commercial Litigation to join a highly regarded, award-winning law firm based in Guildford. This is a full-time, permanent role offering the opportunity to work with a well-established Dispute Resolution team. The successful candidate will join a dynamic, collaborative working environment and benefit from an impressive package of employee benefits, excellent work-life balance, and clear progression opportunities along with a salary of £60-75k (depending on experience) and an attractive bonus scheme.

Role Responsibilities

The incoming Senior Associate Solicitor will be responsible for running a varied caseload of commercial litigation and property litigation matters, including disputes relating to business contracts, property, professional negligence, shareholder/director disagreements, and more.

The day-to-day job duties within this role include:

• Conducting and managing a full range of commercial and property litigation matters for both commercial and private clients.
• Managing own caseload and progressing files efficiently and effectively.
• Developing new business opportunities and building strong client and referrer relationships.
• Participating in networking and marketing events on behalf of the firm.
• Supervising and mentoring junior members of the team and assisting with trainee development.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance, quality file management, and timely billing procedures.
• Liaising with clients in person, via phone, and in writing to provide high standards of client care.
• Collaborating with colleagues across departments to cross-refer work and enhance client service delivery.

Person Specification

The successful Senior Associate Solicitor will have a minimum of 6 years’ PQE and a strong track record in handling a wide range of commercial disputes. In addition, you will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Technical competence and proven experience in commercial and property litigation.
• Ability to meet and exceed chargeable hours and fee targets as expected at Senior Associate level.
• Demonstrated experience of networking and business development activities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a client-focused approach.
• A collaborative and team-oriented mindset with willingness to support others.
• Enthusiastic about maintaining up-to-date legal knowledge and undertaking relevant CPD.
• A following or strong client/referrer relationships would be advantageous but not essential.

Benefits and Rewards

The incoming Senior Associate Solicitor will benefit from working within a professional, progressive, and award-winning law firm with a collegiate culture and genuine investment in employee wellbeing. Benefits include:

• Salary £60-75k (depending on experience)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Health cash plan
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Bonus scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Regular social and community events
• Office based in a prestigious central Guildford location
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing team

About the Company

This is a leading law firm with multiple offices across Surrey and surrounding areas, recognised for providing high-quality legal services to both private individuals and commercial clients. The firm is well established and is consistently ranked in Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners.

Award-winning and values-driven, the firm has been recognised as a “Top 25 Law Firm for Work-Life Balance” and has achieved a Law Society Excellence Award. It boasts a modern, collaborative working culture and a strong commitment to staff training, diversity, and career development.

The Guildford office is centrally located and well connected to London and the surrounding areas.

Next Steps

Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Senior Associate Solicitor job. Alternatively, if you are interested in learning about this career enhancing job opportunity, please send your CV to Richard Hatchett at  the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at richard.hatchett@eventuslegal.com or contact 07495 734 342 for a confidential discussion.

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The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland in the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note, the years’ experience and / or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found on the bottom of our website.