Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Realm Recruit; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Directorship potential

Progression to Shareholder

Modern IT systems

Job summary

Realm Recruit is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join a growing Dispute Resolution team in the East Midlands. You will manage a varied caseload, work with regional and national firms, and have a clear path toward leadership roles within the firm.

The role offers hybrid working, a supportive culture, and the potential for immediate Directorship or progression to Shareholder as the department expands.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with strong Commercial Litigation experience (E).
• Ability to manage commercial disputes independently (E).
• Confidence handling complex litigation matters (E).
• Strong technical dispute resolution skills (E).
• Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills (E).
• Commercial awareness and organisational ability (E).
• Willingness to contribute to business development (E).
• Collaborative, approachable and service-focused attitude (E).
• Ideally 8+ years' PQE (D).
• Background in a regional or mid-tier commercial practice (D).
• Experience handling high-quality commercial disputes (D).
• Established professional or referral relationships (D).
• Track record of generating work or developing referrals (D).

Responsibilities

• Managing a Commercial Litigation caseload.
• Handling complex disputes independently.
• Advising on litigation strategy and risk.
• Taking on matters from senior colleagues.
• Working on disputes involving regional and national firms.
• Building client and referrer relationships.
• Developing the firm's regional profile.
• Contributing to business development.
• Supporting departmental growth.
• Potentially leading future growth initiatives.

Skills

Strong client communication

Relationship-building

Commercial awareness

Organisational ability

Business development

Collaborative attitude

Job description

• Help grow an ambitious Commercial Litigation team with the opportunity to shape its future
• Genuine progression towards Director and Shareholder, potentially with an immediate Directorship
• Enjoy hybrid working, flexible office locations and a supportive, down-to-earth culture

Are you an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor looking for greater autonomy, quality disputes and the opportunity to influence a growing department?

This established regional law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join its expanding Dispute Resolution team and play a key role in its continued development.

You'll manage a varied caseload of complex commercial disputes, working independently on matters involving regional and national firms.

The litigation department has grown from approximately £300,000 to £800,000 in annual turnover, with ambitions to exceed £1 million. You'll join at an exciting stage, strengthening the team's senior capability and contributing to future growth.

This is more than a fee-earning role. You'll build professional relationships, develop new work and have the opportunity to take a leading role in expanding the firm's litigation offering.

For the right candidate, Directorship could be available immediately, with a genuine longer-term pathway towards Shareholder status.

You'll also enjoy a friendly, down-to-earth culture, experienced colleagues, strong support staff and modern systems, without the corporate feel of a national practice.

Who we're looking for

• Qualified Solicitor with strong Commercial Litigation experience (E)
• Ability to manage commercial disputes independently (E)
• Confidence handling complex litigation matters (E)
• Strong technical dispute resolution skills (E)
• Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills (E)
• Commercial awareness and organisational ability (E)
• Willingness to contribute to business development (E)
• Collaborative, approachable and service-focused attitude (E)
• Ideally 8+ years' PQE (D)
• Background in a regional or mid-tier commercial practice (D)
• Experience handling high-quality commercial disputes (D)
• Established professional or referral relationships (D)
• Track record of generating work or developing referrals (D)

What you'll be doing

• Managing a Commercial Litigation caseload
• Handling complex disputes independently
• Advising on litigation strategy and risk
• Taking on matters from senior colleagues
• Working on disputes involving regional and national firms
• Building client and referrer relationships
• Developing the firm's regional profile
• Contributing to business development
• Supporting departmental growth
• Potentially leading future growth initiatives

Salary & Benefits

• Hybrid working available
• Flexible office location
• Potential immediate Directorship for the right candidate
• Genuine progression towards Shareholder status
• Opportunity to shape and grow the litigation department
• Established team with ambitious growth plans
• High-quality commercial disputes work
• Strong support staff and operational infrastructure
• Modern IT systems and technology
• Friendly, collaborative and down-to-earth culture
• Proven commitment to internal progression
• Opportunity to influence departmental strategy

This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor seeking quality work, meaningful influence and a clear route towards senior leadership.

If you're ready to help shape a growing department while developing your own career, this could be the ideal next step.

While this advert sets out the criteria applicable to each salary band, the salary guidance given is purely indicative. The precise salary offered within that band will ultimately be determined by the hirer, taking into account the individual candidate's experience, qualifications and overall suitability for the role.