Commercial Litigation Associate

QED Legal; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join their growing team in Manchester. The role involves handling complex litigation cases and offers flexible working arrangements with a competitive salary and extensive benefits package. The firm values work-life balance and encourages professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced pension plan

Group Income and Legal Protection

Cycle schemes

Season ticket loans

Free exercise classes

Discounted gym memberships

Exclusive retail discounts

Qualifications

• Solid experience in commercial litigation, particularly in multi-track cases.
• Strong background in court litigation from start to finish.
• Comfortable with mediation and ADR resolution.

Responsibilities

• Handling complex commercial litigation cases (£100k+).
• Resolving disputes through courts, mediation, or ADR.
• Managing a busy caseload and making sound commercial decisions.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Mediation

ADR resolution

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Caseload management

Job description

Commercial Litigation Solicitor
A well-established Bristol based firm, going through an exciting period of transformation and growth, are looking for an experienced Solicitor to join their growing Commercial Litigation team. You’ll be joining a larger Complex Litigation function, made up of talented and supportive professionals who handle intermediate and multi-track commercial claims for a diverse range of clients.

Day to day, you’ll be handling complex cases (£100k+), resolving disputes through the courts, mediation, or ADR. This involves working a mixed bag personal and commercial work: business matters, software work etc. If you have experience in fixed-recovery costs, this would be a bonus.

I’m looking to speak with someone with solid experience in commercial litigation, particularly in multi-track cases, and a strong background in court litigation from start to finish. You should also be comfortable with mediation and ADR resolution. Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills are essential, along with the ability to manage a busy caseload and make sound commercial decisions while always putting the client first.

What makes the firm different is their passion for what they do. They encourage teams to take ownership of their work, think independently, and share a commitment to making high-quality legal solutions accessible and affordable.

Work-life balance is important, which is why they offer flexible working arrangements. This role can be full-time or part-time (minimum four days a week or equivalent hours), and they offer a competitive salary along with an extensive benefits package including: 26 days holiday (Plus BH) with an option to buy more; Private Medical Insurance; enhanced pension; Group Income and Legal Protection; European Motor Assistance or Home Emergency Assistance; cycle schemes and season ticket loans; free exercise classes and eye tests; exclusive retail discounts and discounted gym memberships.
Professional growth, personal development, and a fun working environment are priorities.