Commercial Litigation Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Leicester is seeking an ambitious litigator with over 6 years of experience in Commercial Litigation. The role offers significant responsibility in managing client relationships and leading a team, with a focus on complex disputes. Join a collaborative culture that prioritizes work-life balance and professional growth, with excellent benefits including a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Comprehensive private healthcare

Company pension scheme

Access to ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ post-qualification experience in Commercial Litigation.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial disputes.
• Experience in supervising and mentoring junior lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex contractual and commercial disputes.
• Manage shareholder and partnership disagreements.
• Advise on professional negligence and contentious probate matters.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Solutions-driven mindset

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25.05.2025

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09.07.2025

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The Role

With a reputation for delivering high-quality legal services and a collaborative, supportive culture, this role provides a platform for an ambitious litigator to take the next step in their career.

The firm’s Commercial Litigation team acts for a diverse client base, including SMEs, national organisations, and high-net-worth individuals. The work encompasses a wide range of disputes, including contractual claims, professional negligence, shareholder and partnership disputes, contentious probate, and debt recovery.

Key areas of focus include handling complex contractual and commercial disputes, managing shareholder and partnership disagreements, and advising on professional negligence and contentious probate matters. The team prides itself on providing tailored and commercially focused solutions for clients across a variety of industries.

The role offers excellent progression opportunities, with the chance to take on significant responsibility for client relationships, team leadership, and business development, all within a firm that values work-life balance and professional growth.

The Candidate

• 6+ years’ post-qualification experience in Commercial Litigation, ideally from a regional or national firm
• Experience managing a varied and high-value caseload independently
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial disputes, with the ability to deliver commercially focused advice
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for clients
• Experience in supervising and mentoring junior lawyers, with the ambition to take on leadership responsibilities

Why Join This Firm?

• Work within a well-established, highly regarded firm recognised for its expertise in dispute resolution
• Clear pathways for advancement to senior roles, with opportunities to take on leadership and client management responsibilities
• Join a collaborative and inclusive culture that prioritises work-life balance and employee wellbeing
• Handle complex, rewarding disputes for a diverse and valued client base
• Be part of a firm that is deeply embedded in the local business community while maintaining a strong regional reputation

The Benefits

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme
• Generous holiday allowance, with options to buy or sell additional days
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Comprehensive private healthcare and wellbeing support
• Company pension scheme with strong employer contributions
• Access to ongoing professional development and training

To apply, or for a confidential discussion about the role, please get in touch. No CV is required for an initial conversation.

Contact: Dawn Everton - Retained Consultant