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Judicial Vacancies: Specialist Circuit Judge (Commercial) and Lead Specialist Circuit Judge (Commercial)

29th January 2026

 

The Judicial Appointments Commission has opened applications for two senior judicial roles within the Circuit Commercial Court..

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These are significant appointments for experienced commercial practitioners who are interested in contributing to the work of the courts at circuit judge level.

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Vacancy details

  • Roles:
    • Specialist Circuit Judge (Commercial)
      Lead Specialist Circuit Judge (Commercial)
  • Number of vacancies: 2
  • Location: London
  • Salary: £187,743 per annum
  • Applications open: 28 January 2026
  • Applications close: 11 February 2026
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    Eligibility

    Applicants must:

  • Be a barrister or solicitor in England and Wales
  • Have at least 7 years’ post-qualification experience
  • Be able to demonstrate substantial knowledge and experience in commercial law and the work of the Circuit Commercial Court
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    Experience of the Technology and Construction Court and/or Chancery law and procedure is desirable but not essential.

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    Candidates’ evidence of commercial law knowledge and experience is expected to be from within the last seven years. There is no requirement for applicants to have previous judicial experience.

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    For full details and to apply, please visit the Judicial Appointments Commission website.