Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution (6yrs'+ PQE)

Actis Recruitment Limited; Lancashire, Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Actis Legal in Lancashire seeks an experienced litigator to join its North West team, handling complex commercial disputes and advising high‑profile clients.

You will manage client relationships, drive case strategy, and guide junior lawyers while contributing to a cohesive, high‑performing department.

The role requires PQE of 6+ years (4‑6 years qualified) in private practice and offers a permanent position within a reputable regional firm.

Qualifications

• PQE of 6 years plus, 4-6 years qualified.
• Experience handling complex commercial litigation/dispute resolution.
• Permanent role in a private practice firm in the North West.
• Ability to guide and mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Attend to complex, commercial litigation disputes.
• Manage client relationships and provide pragmatic advice.
• Support and supervise junior lawyers within the team.

Job description

Salary:
£55,000 - £75,000
Ref:
57967/57966
Location:
Lancashire,Greater Manchester,All North West
Areas of Law:
Commercial Litigation/Dispute Resolution
Job Type:
Permanent
Level:
6 years plus,4-6 years qualified
Sector:
Private practice
0345 300 3577

Attending to complex, commercial litigation disputes, this is a great opportunity to join a highly talented and cohesive team.

The firm is made of highly capable lawyers with an established reputation for providing commercially astute, business sound and pragmatic advice to clients.

Retained by an impressive range of corporates, regional businesses and professional services clients, the quality of work undertaken across all commercial departments is excellent.

The nature of the role requires an experienced litigator, who can manage more complex and challenging cases. You will play an integral role within the team. As well as managing client relationships, the team is looking to appoint someone who will enjoy providing guidance to more junior members of the team.

Actis Legal specialises in the North West legal market and with such a detailed knowledge of the region, we are able to provide tailored and bespoke advice to individuals we act for and identify suitable career moves. All enquiries treated in the strictest of confidence.

** Please note that references to post qualification experience (PQE) are given as a guideline to the competences required for technical, client and case management skills, as well as budgeted salary for the role. We encourage you to apply for any job for which you feel you are a suitable candidate.