Commercial / Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Location: London EC3V 4AB / Hybrid / Remote

Contract: Full-Time

Remuneration: Competitive, depending on experience

About Fairhill Solicitors

Fairhill Solicitors is a growing boutique law firm based in the City of London, advising businesses and private clients in the UK and internationally. We are seeking a Commercial / Commercial Litigation Solicitor with at least one year’s post-qualification experience to join our team.

The role

You will manage your own caseload across contentious and non-contentious commercial matters and take an active role in developing our commercial department and its litigation services, helping to grow client relationships. Responsibilities will include:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, shareholder agreements, terms and conditions and other business agreements.
• Advising on corporate governance, business acquisitions and commercial property matters, including business leases.
• Handling contractual, shareholder and partnership disputes, debt recovery and other commercial claims.
• Managing litigation from initial advice and pre-action correspondence through to proceedings, including statements of case, disclosure, witness evidence and hearing preparation.
• Negotiating settlements, supporting mediation and other dispute resolution processes, and instructing counsel where appropriate.
• Providing practical advice on legal risks, prospects, costs and commercial objectives, while managing deadlines and keeping clients informed.

About you

We are looking for:

• A qualified solicitor with at least one year’s PQE.
• Relevant experience in commercial law and/or commercial litigation.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and client communication skills.
• The ability to manage your own caseload and recognise when support is needed.
• Sound commercial judgement, attention to detail and the initiative to help develop the department.

Experience in corporate transactions, commercial property or intellectual property would be an advantage. We welcome applicants with particular strengths in either commercial work or commercial litigation.

What we offer

• Direct client contact and meaningful responsibility for your matters.
• A varied commercial and litigation caseload.
• The opportunity to help shape and grow the department.
• Hybrid working may be available.

How to apply

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Fairhill Solicitors welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

www.fairhillsolicitors.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• UK visa sponsorship (for those inside the UK)
• Work from home

Experience:

• PQE: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London EC3V