Commercial Litigation Partner - Head of Department

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 148,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Partner to head the Dispute Resolution team in Warrington. This role involves leading complex matters and mentoring junior solicitors. The candidate should have a strong arbitration background and possess excellent organizational skills. Offering a competitive salary up to £175,000 and flexible working arrangements, this is a prime opportunity to shape a growing team.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £175,000

Flexible and hybrid working

Supportive company culture

Clear pathway to equity

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commercial Litigation Partner.
• Demonstrable experience in managing complex disputes.
• Ability to mentor junior solicitors.

Responsibilities

• Lead a thriving Dispute Resolution team.
• Oversee high-value and complex matters.
• Set the strategic direction of the team.

Skills

Strong track record in arbitration

Experience in scaling and managing teams

Commercially astute

Excellent organisational skills

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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About the Job

We are pleased to present this opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Partner to head up the commercial disputes team in a top tier law firm.

The Role

An exceptional opportunity has arisen to lead a thriving Dispute Resolution team within a modern, corporate law firm. The department handles a wide variety of disputes, including commercial litigation, corporate litigation, shareholder and contract disputes, debt recovery, defamation, and arbitration.

As Head of Department, you will set the strategic direction of the team, oversee high-value and complex matters, and mentor an already established group of junior solicitors. This is a career-defining chance to scale a growing team and shape a practice.

The Candidate

• Commercial Litigation Partner with strong track record in arbitration
• Demonstrable experience in scaling and managing teams
• Commercially astute with drive and ambition to grow a department
• Excellent organisational skills, being able to balance casework and strategy

The Benefits and How to Apply

• Excellent basic salary dependent on experience, up to £175,000
• Fantastic offices in Central Manchester
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Supportive and open collaborative culture
• Clear pathway to equity

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

Contact: Dawn Everton (Retained Consultant)