Commercial Litigation Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected regional law firm in North West England is looking for a Senior Recruitment Consultant specializing in commercial litigation. The role will involve managing high-quality cases while contributing to the department's growth in a supportive environment that values professional development.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Company pension scheme

Private healthcare and wellbeing support

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ post-qualification experience in Commercial Litigation.
• Experience managing a varied and challenging caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a diverse caseload of high-quality work.
• Work directly with Partners to handle commercial litigation matters.

Skills

Communication

Client Management

Solutions-focused Approach

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Senior Recruitment Consultant providing exceptional litigation candidates to top law firms at William James Recruitment

The Role

Commercial Litigation Senior Associate - Up to £75,000 salary

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced litigator to join a respected regional law firm in the North West, offering a balanced and supportive environment for an ambitious professional seeking to progress their career.

The firm’s Commercial Litigation team advises a broad client base, including SMEs, local businesses, and public sector organisations, on a wide range of disputes. The work covers a mix of commercial litigation matters such as contractual disputes, debt recovery, professional negligence claims, and shareholder disputes.

This is an ideal opportunity for a Senior Associate to step into a key role, where you will work directly with Partners to manage and develop a diverse caseload of high-quality work, while also contributing to the growth of the department.

The Candidate

• 7+ years’ post-qualification experience in Commercial Litigation
• Experience managing a varied and challenging caseload independently
• A proven track record of delivering excellent results for clients
• Strong communication and client management skills, with a focus on building long-term relationships
• A practical and solutions-focused approach to litigation
• The ambition and drive to play a key role in the team’s development and growth

Why Join This Team?

• The firm places a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, offering hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle
• A clear and transparent pathway for progression is in place, with opportunities to take on leadership responsibilities and advance within the firm
• Join a close-knit, collaborative team that values individual contributions and fosters professional growth
• While not as high-pressure or dynamic as some larger firms, the team handles a steady stream of quality work for valued clients across the North West

The Benefits

• Competitive salary of up to £75,000, depending on experience
• Generous holiday entitlement, with option to buy/sell additional days
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Company pension scheme with excellent employer contributions
• Comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare and wellbeing support
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

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

Email: [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services, Law Practice, and Alternative Dispute Resolution

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