Commercial Litigation Associate

JMC Legal Recruitment; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Manchester is seeking a Commercial Litigation Solicitor with 2+ years PQE to join their expanding disputes practice. You will handle varied commercial disputes, work closely with senior litigators, and benefit from a culture that promotes rapid career progression. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working in modern offices.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Modern office environment

Qualifications

• 2-7 PQE across Commercial Litigation.
• Ambition to progress and work alongside a market-leading disputes Partner.

Responsibilities

• Handle a busy and varied caseload of commercial litigation.
• Service disputes practice with senior litigators.
• Manage partnership and shareholder disputes.

Skills

Handling commercial disputes

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

The Firm

This is a full-service, modern practice working with high-profile corporate clients across Corporate, Employment, Commercial Disputes, Construction and more, while also boasting a talented team advising HNW and UHNW individuals on Property, Private Client and Family matters. Collaboration and cross-referral are ingrained in their culture, making it an excellent home for ambitious lawyers.

Despite the pedigree of their Partners, many of whom trained at leading international firm, the culture remains refreshingly open-door. Associates have direct access to senior figures, making progression both clear and achievable. Compared to larger internationals, the environment here offers faster development and closer collaboration with recognised leaders in the field.

With significant financial backing and bold growth plans, this is a firm on a rapid upward trajectory. Joining now offers the chance to be part of their next exciting chapter.

The Role

This leading Manchester firm are seeking a Commercial Litigation Solicitor (2+ PQE) to join their expanding disputes practice. Working alongside respected senior litigators, you\'ll play a key role in servicing the department while handling a busy and varied caseload. The work will span:

• Partnership and shareholder disputes
• Professional negligence claims
• High-value commercial disputes for a range of businesses, partnerships and individuals
• Breach of contracts

Anyone joining this team will be benefitting heavily from the firms strong reputation across corporate & commercial law. Operating across various sectors including tech, retail, sports and more, this role is suitable for someone seeking a varied and dynamic caseload.

Requirements

• 2-7 PQE across Commercial Litigation
• Strong experience handling commercial disputes
• Ambition to progress and work alongside a market-leading disputes Partner

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary and flexible working
• Smart, modern offices in Manchester City Centre
• A clear route for progression within a genuinely growing and ambitious practice

You will be a Commercial Litigation Associate and you will be 2+ years PQE