Commercial Litigation Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier UK law firm in Manchester seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate with 2-4 years PQE to join its respected disputes team. The role involves handling a diverse range of commercial litigation, arbitration, and ADR, while running own cases with supervision. Ideal candidates will be client-focused, commercially minded, and demonstrate strong teamwork abilities. This position presents an excellent opportunity for career advancement and active participation in business development activities.

Qualifications

• Solid contentious experience required.
• Insolvency exposure is helpful but not essential.
• Confident managing files independently.

Responsibilities

• Advising on commercial litigation, arbitration and ADR.
• Running own caseload with supervision.
• Working on cross-border cases.

Skills

Commercially minded

Client-focused

Strong team player

Proactive

Flexible

Education

Qualified solicitor with 2 to 4 years’ post‑qualification experience

Job description

Dispute Resolution Solicitor – Manchester

I’m working with a top‑tier UK law firm that’s looking to add a Commercial Litigation Associate (2–4 PQE) to its highly regarded disputes team. The work is a mix of complex national and international litigation, covering everything from contractual disputes to contentious insolvency and public law matters.

This is a genuinely collaborative environment. You’ll be joining a close‑knit team that works across offices, where associates are supported at partner level and encouraged to take real ownership. Whether it's running files or getting involved in BD and client development, you’ll be trusted and backed.

What you’ll be doing:

• Advising on a broad mix of commercial litigation, arbitration and ADR
• Running your own caseload with appropriate supervision and assisting on larger matters
• Working on cross‑border cases with both commercial and public law angles
• Getting involved in seminars, marketing and client relationship‑building
• Handling files in line with Lexcel standards and firm procedures

What this firm is looking for:

• Qualified solicitor with 2 to 4 years’ post‑qualification experience
• Solid contentious experience, Insolvency exposure is helpful but not essential
• Confident managing files independently where appropriateCommercially minded, client‑focused and a strong team player
• Proactive, flexible and genuinely enthusiastic about disputes work

This is a great opportunity for a junior Solicitor to take the next step in their career, get in touch to learn more.