Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Slater Heelis; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Flexible and hybrid working

High-quality and varied work

Supportive and collaborative culture

Job summary

Slater Heelis is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor (5-10 years PQE) to join our Dispute Resolution team. You will advise SMEs, owner-managed businesses, corporate clients and high‑net‑worth individuals on a varied caseload of commercial disputes.

You will manage your own cases, develop client relationships and work closely with colleagues across the firm in a supportive, high-quality environment. Flexible, hybrid working is offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitors with 5–10 years' PQE in Commercial Litigation.
• Strong drafting skills and technical ability.
• Excellent client care and relationship management.
• Commercially aware with solutions-focused mindset.
• Ability to work independently within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Advise a broad range of clients on commercial disputes.
• Manage your own caseload and build client relationships.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm on matters.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Drafting skills

Client care

Relationship management

Commercial awareness

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Due to continued growth and an increasing volume of high-quality work, Slater Heelis is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor (5-10 years PQE) to join our ambitious and highly regarded Dispute Resolution team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer looking to handle a varied and sophisticated caseload while playing an integral role in the continued expansion of a well-established, full-service law firm.

The Role

You will advise a broad range of clients, including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, corporate clients, and high-net-worth individuals on a variety of commercial disputes, including:

• Breach of contract claims
• Shareholder and partnership disputes
• Professional negligence matters
• Director and business owner disputes
• Debt recovery and enforcement
• Commercial property-related disputes
• General commercial and business litigation

You will manage your own caseload, build strong client relationships, and collaborate closely with colleagues across the wider firm.

About You

We are keen to hear from candidates who:

• Are qualified solicitors with between 5 and 10 years' PQE in Commercial Litigation
• Have strong technical and drafting skills
• Possess excellent client care and relationship management abilities
• Enjoy networking and supporting business development initiatives
• Are commercially aware and solutions-focused
• Can work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment

Why Slater Heelis?

At Slater Heelis, we pride ourselves on combining high-quality legal work with a genuinely supportive culture. We invest in our people, encourage career progression, and provide the autonomy needed to thrive.

We offer:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• High-quality and varied work
• Supportive and collaborative culture

Whether you are based in Manchester, Sale, or Chester, you'll be joining a firm that values ambition, teamwork, and exceptional client service.