Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Oculus Legal Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Oculus Legal Group in Manchester is seeking a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join its Dispute Resolution team. You will manage your own caseload, advise on contractual and shareholder disputes, and support senior lawyers on high-value matters.

The role offers full-time hybrid working, exposure to high-quality commercial disputes, and opportunities to develop client relationships and business development initiatives. DOE salary up to £75,000.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 2–6 years PQE in Commercial Litigation.
• Strong technical knowledge and ability to manage own caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own commercial litigation caseload with appropriate autonomy.
• Advise clients on contractual disputes, shareholder disputes, and other commercial litigation matters.
• Assist senior lawyers on complex, high-value litigation.
• Attend mediations and JSMs and build strong client relationships.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Client relations

Job description

Location: Manchester

Working Pattern: Full-time | Hybrid Working Available

Salary: Up to £75,000 DOE

The Opportunity

A highly regarded commercial law firm is looking to appoint a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join its growing Dispute Resolution team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to take the next step in their career, working alongside experienced litigators on high-quality commercial disputes while developing their own client base and taking on increasing responsibility.

You'll manage your own caseload of lower-value matters while supporting senior lawyers on complex, high-value litigation within a collaborative and ambitious team.

The Role

The successful candidate will advise businesses on a broad range of commercial disputes, handling matters from initial instruction through to resolution.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing your own commercial litigation caseload with appropriate autonomy.
• Advising clients on contractual disputes, shareholder disputes, contentious insolvency and other commercial litigation matters.
• Assisting senior lawyers on complex, high-value litigation.
• Attending mediations and Joint Settlement Meetings (JSMs).
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Contributing to business development initiatives and creating legal content.
• Delivering practical, commercial advice and exceptional client service.

About You

The firm is keen to hear from:

• Qualified Solicitors with between 2 and 6 years' PQE in Commercial Litigation.
• Lawyers with strong technical knowledge and experience managing their own caseload.
• Individuals with excellent commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
• Candidates who enjoy client contact, business development and working collaboratively within a high-performing team.
• Solicitors looking to take on greater responsibility and continue developing their career.

The Team

You'll become part of an established and ambitious Commercial Litigation team acting for a broad range of businesses on complex and high-value disputes.

The firm offers:

• High-quality commercial litigation work.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression and increased responsibility.
• Exposure to complex, high-value matters alongside experienced senior lawyers.
• Competitive salary up to £75,000 DOE.
• High-quality commercial litigation work.
• Structured career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative culture.