Commercial Litigation Partner

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal services group in Bolton seeks a Senior Partner to head their thriving Commercial Litigation practice. The role encompasses leading a dynamic team, managing high-stake disputes, and significantly shaping the department's future. This is an exceptional opportunity for a well-respected legal professional with a strong client following and leadership skills.

Benefits

Significant equity or profit-sharing potential

28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous company pension

Full benefits package

Qualifications

• Senior Commercial Litigation Solicitor or Partner with 10+ years' post-qualification experience.
• Strong experience in handling complex commercial disputes and arbitration.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Commercial Litigation practice.
• Win and manage significant commercial matters.
• Shape the future direction of the department.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial Disputes

Business Development

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Client:

William James Recruitment

Location:

bolton, greater manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

The Role

Head of Commercial Litigation - Senior Partner - Up to £200,000 salary

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Senior Partner to lead and develop a thriving Commercial Litigation practice within an innovative and fast-growing legal services group. The firm combines the service ethos of a boutique practice with the infrastructure and professionalism of a larger organisation, and is poised for its next phase of strategic growth across multiple legal disciplines.

The Commercial Litigation team handles a wide variety of high-value, complex disputes including breach of contract, shareholder and director disputes, professional negligence, contentious probate, defamation, and debt recovery. The team is currently instructed on multi-million-pound claims before the High Court and in arbitration, acting on behalf of established UK-based corporate clients across sectors such as logistics, development, tech, and hospitality.

This leadership role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future direction of the department. You will be tasked with developing the team, winning and managing significant commercial matters, and playing a key role in wider business strategy. You will be supported by an experienced group of fee earners and a progressive leadership team committed to long-term investment and innovation. A portable client following is required.

The Candidate

• Senior Commercial Litigation Solicitor or Partner with 10+ years' post-qualification experience
• A recognised name in the North West legal market with an established client following
• Strong experience in handling complex commercial disputes and arbitration
• Proven ability to lead and inspire a team, with strategic oversight and business development capability
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a modern approach to legal service delivery

The Benefits and How to Apply

• Up to £200,000 salary (depending on experience and following)
• Significant equity or profit-sharing potential
• 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and the option to buy/sell
• Generous company pension
• Full benefits package

Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Dawn Everton (Retained Consultant)