Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm in Altrincham seeks a Commercial Litigation Solicitor with 3-5 years PQE to manage a caseload of insurance disputes and professional negligence. This role offers competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £70,000, 25+ days of annual leave, and a collaborative environment focusing on high-quality work. You will engage directly with senior directors in a hands-on, low-red-tape environment that fosters professional growth.

Benefits

25+ days of annual leave

No targets or billing structure

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• 3-5 years post-qualification experience in Commercial Litigation.
• Broad experience in insurance coverage disputes, professional negligence, and debt recovery.
• Ability to manage a high-quality caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters.
• Draft letters of instruction and hearing directions.
• Prepare bundles and identify key documents.
• Conduct disclosure and manage file progression.
• Collaborate closely with senior solicitors.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Effective communication skills

File management skills

Positive attitude

Team-focused

Education

3-5 PQE in Commercial Litigation

Job description

• Handle high-quality commercial litigation work alongside expert senior solicitors
• Work across professional negligence, insurance disputes and complex commercial matters
• Join a growing Altrincham team with a hands‑on, informal culture and room to progress

This is an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join a busy and highly experienced litigation team in Altrincham.

You’ll work closely with senior directors who specialise in insurance litigation and professional negligence, taking responsibility for running your own files while receiving ongoing supervision and support.

The firm offers an informal, low‑red‑tape environment where you’ll have exposure to all aspects of litigation. You’ll work alongside an experienced team of directors, consultants, solicitors and support staff, with the opportunity to learn from senior specialists and contribute to a thriving commercial litigation offering.

Who we’re looking for

• 3–5 PQE Commercial Litigation Solicitor
• Broad commercial litigation experience, ideally including:
  • Insurance coverage disputes
  • Professional negligence matters
  • Debt recovery
• Strong drafting, communication and file‑management skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Able to thrive in a busy environment with high‑quality work
• Collaborative and team‑focused

What you’ll be doing

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters
• Draft letters of instruction to experts, LOCs, orders and hearing directions
• Prepare bundles and identify key documents for inclusion
• Conduct disclosure and manage all aspects of file progression
• Work closely with senior solicitors/directors, delegating tasks appropriately
• Contribute to a growing Litigation department

Salary & Benefits

• £55,000–£70,000 depending on experience
• 25+ days’ annual leave (increasing on a discretionary basis)
• No targets or billing structure
• Hands‑on exposure to high‑quality litigation work
• Strong recognition culture, hard work is rewarded informally
• Standard office hours: 9am–5pm
• Fully office‑based with no remote working
• Collaborative, informal working culture with support from senior specialists

Contact Jemma Davies

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📞 03300 245 606

Jemma specialises in placing litigators across the North West. If you’d like to explore whether this role is the right next step for you, get in touch for a confidential chat.