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Sports Disputes Partner


Company : William James Recruitment


Location : London, England


Created : 2025-08-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from William James Recruitment Former Litigation Lawyer; Specialist Litigation Recruiter, placing the best legal talent in Top Tier law firms Internationally and across LondonSports Litigation - Partner We are exclusively instructed by an elite law firm based in Central London, looking to bring in key partners to continue to grow its presence in London. Our client is a leading boutique practice provides specialist advice to corporations and individuals. The firm is recognised across prestigious legal directories, acting for global corporations, UHNWI/HNWIs, and acting on high-value, multi-million-pound claims before the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court. The firm is looking for a Sports lawyer to lead the department and build a team of Associates, handling a variety of matters including advising on contract negotiations, disputes, regulatory compliance, disciplinary proceedings and arbitration. This opportunity is open to Senior Associates / Legal Directors, to take a step up and join the firm as a salaried partner. You should therefore have extensive knowledge and strong experience in sport and football and in particular the legal issues involved, as well as strong networking skills and ability to generate leads. A client following is essential for this opportunity. Culturally, whilst an ambitious and professional team, the partners are very down to earth, offering the ability to work from the firm's offices, or remotely. The Candidate Sports Lawyer with extensive experience gained form a reputable city firm Ability to promote and generate work Contribute to the overall firm strategy of growth Support the development of junior fee earners in the team Collaborate with other partners and fee earners in the wider firm The Benefits and How to Apply Excellent basic salary dependent on experience Flexible and hybrid working – 2/3 days in the office Supportive and open collaborative culture Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation. Contact:Alice Winter (Retained Consultant) Email:alice.winter@ More About William James Recruitment William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients, including a range of legal 500 firms. Seniority levelSeniority level Director Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Legal and Business Development Industries Legal Services, Law Practice, and Alternative Dispute Resolution Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at William James Recruitment by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Solicitor” roles.London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Chiswick, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Legal Counsel/Manager - International Trade ControlsIsleworth, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago London, England, United Kingdom £70,000.00-£200,000.00 1 month ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Junior Legal Counsel (Junior Lawyer) UK/EU RemoteLondon, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago City Of London, England, United Kingdom £70,000.00-£85,000.00 2 weeks ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago City Of London, England, United Kingdom £70,000.00-£85,000.00 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr