Civil Litigation Lawyer (2+ PQE)

Anakin Seal Legal Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm in Manchester is seeking a Civil Litigation Lawyer to join its expanding Consumer Litigation team. This role offers a varied caseload of civil disputes, including debt recovery and housing disrepair, and features a strong career progression structure. The position provides hybrid working options, an uncapped commission scheme, and various benefits like private medical insurance and 23 days holiday. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years PQE and strong advocacy skills.

Benefits

Salary up to £55,000

Hybrid working model

23 days holiday, rising to 26

Private medical insurance

On-site gym

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of PQE as a qualified solicitor or legal executive.
• Proven experience in managing a varied civil litigation caseload.
• Strong knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload of civil disputes including subrogated recoveries and housing disrepair.
• Advise clients and conduct hearings confidently.
• Manage workload effectively under pressure.

Skills

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Advocacy skills

Client advising

Workload management

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (minimum 2 years’ PQE)

Tools

Proclaim case management system

Job description

Role Overview

An established and highly rated national law firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Lawyer to join its expanding Consumer Litigation team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to handle a varied caseload of civil disputes, including subrogated recoveries, housing disrepair, debt recovery, and enforcement matters. The firm offers full retraining for solicitors from a personal injury background, a strong career progression structure, and an uncapped commission scheme rewarding every successful case.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (minimum 2 years’ PQE)
• Proven experience in managing a varied civil litigation caseload
• Strong knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Confident advising clients and conducting hearings
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload under pressure
• Experience using Proclaim case management system advantageous

What’s On Offer

• Salary up to £55,000 (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid working – 3 office / 2 home days after probation
• Uncapped commission scheme with no thresholds or caps
• 23 days’ holiday, rising to 26 with service, plus buy-back options and your birthday off
• Private medical insurance, employee assistance programme, and on-site gym
• Supportive, collaborative working environment with active social calendar

Apply now with your CV for immediate consideration.