Commercial Disputes Solicitor NQ-4

Michael Page Legal; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme based on performance

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Commercial Disputes Solicitor NQ-4 in Manchester to join a boutique sports law team handling high-profile disputes for clubs, players and agents.

You will work within a specialist team on regulatory and commercial litigation, FA arbitations, Premier League, EFL, UEFA and CAS proceedings, and contribute to business development.

Hybrid working is offered; salary £50,000–£65,000 depending on experience, with a performance-based bonus.

Qualifications

• 0–4 PQE in disputes is required.

Responsibilities

• Work within a team of specialist contentious and regulatory lawyers in a market-leading firm in the sports and media sectors.
• Advise clubs, players, athletes and agents in disputes before sporting dispute resolution forums (FA Rule K arbitrations, FA Regulatory Commissions, Premier League/EFL arbitrations, UEFA disciplinary bodies, FIFA Football Tribunal, CAS).
• Advise on High Court and other commercial litigation, including media and social media disputes.
• Advise on regulatory and disciplinary investigations (on/off-field misconduct, anti-doping, integrity issues).
• Participate in business development and help grow the firm's disputes work.

Skills

PQE in disputes

Job description

As a Commercial Disputes Solicitor NQ-4 in Manchester, you'll work on resolving complex legal disputes for clients, ensuring cases are handled efficiently and effectively. This role is key in helping the legal team deliver high-quality services within the professional services industry.

Client Details

Our client is a boutique sports law firm with a high profile football club client base. You will be dealing with complex work assisting some of the best lawyers in their field. Due to continued expansion they are looking for a Commercial Disputes Solicitor NQ-4 to join their Manchester team.

Description

As a Commercial Disputes Solicitor NQ-4 your duties will include:

• Working within an existing team of specialist contentious and regulatory lawyers in a market-leading firm in the sports and media sectors;
• Advising clubs, players, athletes and agents in disputes before a variety of sporting dispute resolution forums, including FA Rule K arbitrations, FA Regulatory Commissions, Premier League and EFL arbitrations / investigations, UEFA disciplinary bodies, the FIFA Football Tribunal and the Court of Arbitration for Sport;
• Advising on High Court and other commercial litigation, including media and social media disputes;
• Advising on regulatory and disciplinary investigations including 'on and off' field misconduct, anti-doping cases and other integrity related issues;
• Actively participating in business development, driving new firm initiatives and helping to grow and shape the firm's disputes work with the existing team.
• Opportunity to build on your skills through a rare opportunity to have a day to day involvement in a sought after sector.

Profile

A successful Commercial Disputes Solicitor should have between 0-4 PQE in disputes work. Please note the level of experience in this advert is a guide only and does not preclude candidates with more or less experience from applying.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £50,000 to £65,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Hybrid working arrangements for better work-life balance.
• Bonus scheme based on performance.
• Permanent role within the professional services industry in Manchester.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.