Commercial Disputes Solicitor

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm in Manchester is seeking a Commercial Disputes Associate to manage a diverse case load and work closely with UK and International partners. Ideal candidates will possess strong drafting and communication skills, along with a sound understanding of commercial disputes. The firm offers an excellent remuneration package, hybrid working, and opportunities for career progression within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Support cases across a broad range of commercial disputes.
• Strong drafting and communication skills are essential.
• A commercial and practical approach to issues is needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse and varied commercial disputes case load.
• Participate in business development training and opportunities.
• Work closely with UK and International partners.

Skills

Good drafting and communication skills

Ability to support cases across a broad range of commercial disputes

Sound technical understanding of the law

Commercial and common sense approach

Self-motivation

Job description

Job title: Commercial Disputes Associate

Location: Manchester City Centre

Salary: £65,000 - £80,000

THE FIRM

We are working alongside a prestigious international law firm who are looking to expand into their award‑winning commercial litigation team in Manchester.

Our client has a fantastic reputation both nationally and internationally including being tier 1 ranked by Legal 500 and Band 1 ranked by Chambers & Partners.

The firm's work spans more than 50 areas of business law, paving the way to deliver the best possible outcomes for clients across multiple industries. Appointed time and again, the firm helps clients to do business, operate and grow - effectively and safely - in over 100 countries worldwide.

THE TEAM

You will be part of a team of commercial disputes lawyers with extensive experience across a range of specialisms. In each of the markets in which they operate they are recognised by independent commentators as one of the leading disputes and investigation practices, with a strong reputation in all of their offices for their commercial and innovative approach to resolving business disputes.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in working closely with their UK and International Partners on client relationship development and the continued expansion of the team and practice, which will provide clear career progression opportunities at a pivotal stage in your career.

The Commercial Disputes Team in Manchester is the biggest commercial disputes practice in the region, "the strongest litigation team in Manchester by some margin" and winner of Litigation Team of the Year at the Manchester Legal Awards.

They are truly skilled in a number of important areas, including providing quick, commercial solutions for challenging and important problems. They can strategically use all facets of alternative conflict resolution, such as mediation, adjudication, and negotiation, in addition to formal procedures, such as court and arbitral proceedings.

They have a nurtured an environment where ambitious and hard‑working lawyers are supported to succeed enjoying high calibre work with like‑minded, inspiring colleagues who care about each other and their clients.

THE ROLE

• A diverse and varied commercial disputes case load
• The opportunity to up‑skill in any number of the specialist areas of expertise we offer.
• Exposure to a multitude of forums and cross‑border disputes.
• Business development training and opportunities

ABOUT YOU

• Ability to support cases across a broad range of commercial disputes.
• Sound technical understanding of the law.
• Good drafting and communication skills.
• A commercial and common sense approach to issues.
• The ability to work to deadlines within a challenging environment.
• Self‑motivation and be keen to be involved in training, marketing and business development.
• The ability to actively support complex transactions, liaising and coordinating with fee earners from other relevant disciplines as needed.
• A collaborative approach and ability to work well as part of a team, including cross‑office and cross‑border.

In return, our client excellent remuneration and benefits package including a very competitive salary, a hybrid working structure, private medical insurance, life assurance etc

If you would like to hear more about the role, please contact Aimee Mann at Sellick Partnership.

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