Commercial Litigation Managing Associate

JMC Legal Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Top 70 firm seeks a dynamic Commercial Disputes Managing Associate with over 7 years PQE to join their Manchester office. The role entails managing complex commercial disputes with a focus on quality work and provides an engaging workload, managerial responsibilities, and a clear progression path within a well-regarded team. The firm offers a flexible and collaborative culture, along with an excellent benefits package.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Opportunity to work alongside leading real estate lawyers

Autonomy from the outset

Qualifications

• Commercial Disputes Solicitor with 7+ years PQE.
• Strong technical knowledge with a commercial focus.
• Ability to generate business and identify prospects within Commercial Disputes.

Responsibilities

• Manage significant commercial disputes including breach of contract and shareholder disputes.
• Supervise junior team members and provide formal training.
• Handle a diverse caseload with autonomy.

Skills

Commercial focus

Business generation

Technical knowledge

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Commercial Litigation Managing Associate | Top 70 Firm | Leading National Practice

The firm:

Are you a Commercial Disputes Solicitor with 7+ years PQE looking for a step up into a Top 100 firm?

This firm has strong and tangible roots nationally across the UK, with a focus on technology and investment, delivering high-quality work across various practice areas.

Their culture emphasizes flexibility, inclusivity, and collaboration. They have invested significantly in technological tools to enhance connectivity and agility for their lawyers.

The firm’s practices are highly ranked in legal directories, and they continue to grow strategically across their office locations.

The role:

Opportunity for a dynamic Commercial Disputes Managing Associate with 7+ years PQE to join their Manchester office.

You will work on significant commercial disputes, including breach of contract, shareholder disputes, and professional negligence, within a nationally recognized team known for quality work.

This role offers a diverse caseload, managerial responsibilities, and a clear progression pathway, including formal training for supervising junior team members.

Requirements:

• Commercial Disputes Solicitor with 7+ years PQE
• Strong technical knowledge with a commercial focus
• Ability to generate business and identify prospects within Commercial Disputes

What's on offer:

• Negotiable salary depending on PQE and an excellent benefits package
• Opportunity to work alongside leading real estate lawyers
• Engaging workload with autonomy from the outset