Commercial Litigation Partner

William James Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with profit share

Legal 500 firm status

Forward-thinking culture

Boutique-style culture with national/£

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking an exceptional Commercial Litigation Partner in Manchester to lead and grow a high-performing practice within a top level firm. You will manage complex disputes, build a strong client base, and shape strategy across offices.

We are looking for a solicitor with a proven track record, senior leadership ability, and a collaborative, entrepreneurial mindset who can drive growth and deliver high-quality advice to diverse clients.

Qualifications

• Established Commercial Litigation Partner Solicitor with a strong track record.
• Proven experience handling complex commercial disputes at a senior level.
• Strong client following with history of business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a range of high-value commercial litigation matters.
• Drive growth of the practice and cross-office collaboration.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to strategic leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Mentoring

Strategic growth

Client relationship management

Job description

Commercial Litigation Partner - Manchester + Bonus

Are you a driven Commercial Litigation Solicitor with the hunger, ambition, and leadership capability to build and lead a team in Manchester? This is a rare opportunity to join a modern, established Legal 500 firm in Manchester as a Partner, known for its forward‑thinking approach, high‑performing legal group, and culture that genuinely supports individuality, collaboration, and career autonomy.

The Role:

• Leading and managing complex commercial litigation matters across a range of sectors
• Driving the strategic growth of the commercial litigation practice in Manchester
• Building and developing a strong client base through business development initiatives
• Working collaboratively across offices and practice areas to leverage opportunities
• Providing high-quality, commercially focused advice to a diverse client base
• Mentoring, supervising and developing junior team members
• Contributing to the firm’s leadership and wider strategic direction
• Benefiting from a strong referral network and established client platform

The Candidate:

• Established Commercial Litigation Partner Solicitor with a strong track record
• Proven experience handling complex commercial disputes at a senior level
• Strong client following with a history of successful business development
• Expert technical knowledge and a reputation for delivering high-quality advice
• Commercially astute with a strategic and growth-focused mindset
• Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring and developing teams
• Collaborative approach with the ability to work across multiple offices
• Driven, ambitious and motivated to grow a successful practice

The Benefits and How to Apply

• Competitive salary and attractive profit share structure
• Opportunity to join a highly ranked Legal 500 firm
• Be part of a forward-thinking, rapidly growing legal group
• Combination of boutique-style culture with national firm resources
• Strong cross-practice referral streams and established client base
• Genuine autonomy to shape and grow your own practice
• Supportive, collaborative and entrepreneurial environment