Civil Litigation Lawyer (2+ PQE)

IPS Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm in Manchester is seeking a Civil Litigation Lawyer for its expanding Consumer Litigation team. This exciting role involves handling a varied caseload of civil disputes, including debt recovery, housing disrepair, and subrogated recoveries. The firm offers comprehensive retraining for solicitors transitioning from personal injury law and a supportive environment with strong career progression. Benefits include hybrid working, uncapped commission, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

23 days' holiday, rising to 26 with service

Uncapped commission scheme

Private medical insurance

On-site gym

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' PQE in civil litigation.
• Experience managing a varied civil caseload.
• Strong knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload of civil disputes.
• Advise clients and conduct hearings.
• Manage workload under pressure.

Skills

Civil Litigation

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Advocacy skills

Client advising

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Tools

Proclaim case management system

Job description

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.