Commercial Litigation Partner - Top 100 Commercial Firm - New Office

QED Legal; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A top 100 UK commercial practice in Manchester is seeking an experienced Senior Solicitor/Partner to lead its commercial litigation team. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience and involves management, fee earning, and business development in a collaborative culture. An attractive salary range of £90,000 - £130,000 plus benefits is offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid working

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Experience in a Leadership role within a well-respected environment.
• Ability to manage and foster client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial litigation team and develop the Manchester office.
• Engage in fee earning, management, and business development.
• Utilize and grow existing client network.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Business development

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Education

Qualified solicitor with 10+ years experience

Job description

Overview

This UK-wide Top 100 commercial practice based in central Manchester is looking to recruit a Senior Solicitor / Partner to their commercial litigation team and help grow the practice.

The successful candidate will be an experienced lawyer with upwards of 10 years experience dealing with commercial litigation within a well-respected L500 environment. This role would suit an existing Partner or a highly experienced Senior Associate looking to take the next step in their career.

This firm has a top-quality reputation in dealing with commercial work and works for a broad range of clients across a diverse range of sectors, including large corporations, SMEs, financial services organisations, high-net-worth individuals and business owners.

The firm has ambitious plans for the expansion and development of its litigation team in Manchester over the next few years. As this is a senior appointment, you will be expected to play a key role in the development of the litigation team and the Manchester office. This is an all-inclusive role and you\'ll be dealing with fee earning, management, business development and utilising your existing client network, as well as fostering the existing client base that is in place too.

Salary on offer is attractive and will be in the £90,000 - £130,000 ballpark, plus a comprehensive benefits package including hybrid working and lots of flexibility. Culture is key at this practice, with lots of inclusivity, trust across the board and no egos.

Feel free to get in touch with Nick Skelly at QED Legal for a confidential chat and to discuss this role in more detail.