Commercial Litigation Solicitor

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Prestwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Commercial Litigation Solicitor for a permanent role in Greater Manchester. You will manage a varied caseload of commercial disputes and advise clients on high value matters.

Candidates should have 5+ years PQE with strong advocacy and negotiation skills. The role offers a competitive salary up to £60,000 DOE and flexible arrangements. Full-time hours with potential flexible working.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in commercial litigation.
• Strong advocacy, negotiation and case management skills.
• Experience with complex/high value disputes is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial disputes from start to finish.
• Draft legal documents and correspondence; instruct counsel when needed.
• Conduct legal research and manage cases through the litigation process.
• Liaise with clients, Counsel and third parties; provide clear, commercially focused advice.

Skills

Advocacy

Negotiation

Case management

Drafting pleadings

Instructing counsel

Hearing attendance

Business development

Job description

A Commercial Litigation Solicitor is sought for a permanent post in Greater Manchester, offering £40,000 to £60,000 yearly, dependent on experience. Candidates need five or more years post-qualification, with strong advocacy, negotiation and case management abilities. Duties involve running a varied caseload of business disputes, covering contract, shareholder and professional negligence claims, while advising clients on risk and settlement strategy. The successful applicant will draft pleadings, instruct counsel, attend hearings and support business development within a specialist disputes practice. Full‑time hours are expected, though flexible arrangements may be discussed.

Commercial Litigation Solicitor / 5+ PQE / Greater Manchester / c£60,000 DOE / An excellent opportunity for an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join a progressive specialist practice, handling complex and high value disputes within a supportive and commercially focused team.

JOB TITLE: Commercial Litigation Solicitor PQE REQUIRED: 5+ LOCATION: Greater Manchester SALARY: Up to £60,000 (DOE)

THE ROLE

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join a growing and specialist disputes team. You will manage a varied caseload of commercial disputes, advising a broad range of clients on complex and often high value matters. The work will include disputes relating to areas such as insurance coverage, professional negligence and construction, providing excellent exposure to sophisticated commercial litigation. The role will involve advising clients, drafting legal documents and correspondence, conducting legal research, managing cases through the litigation process and liaising with clients, Counsel and other third parties. You will be expected to provide practical and commercially focused advice, helping clients navigate complex disputes while delivering a consistently high standard of service.

THE CANDIDATE

Applications are invited from Commercial Litigation Solicitors with a minimum of 5 years' PQE and strong experience managing their own caseload of commercial disputes. You will have experience dealing with complex and high value litigation and possess strong technical, analytical and problem solving skills. Excellent drafting, communication and negotiation skills are essential, together with the ability to provide clear and commercially focused advice. The successful candidate will be organised, proactive and confident managing a varied caseload with a high degree of autonomy. Experience in insurance, professional negligence or construction disputes would be particularly advantageous.

THE FIRM

This opportunity is with a progressive specialist law firm offering bespoke legal advice to individuals, businesses, corporations and clients operating within the insurance and financial services sectors. The firm has developed a strong reputation for its pragmatic and commercially aware approach to complex disputes and provides a collaborative environment where Lawyers are encouraged to develop their expertise and build their careers. You will have the opportunity to work on high quality and challenging matters alongside experienced legal professionals, within a firm that places genuine emphasis on development and client service. The firm offers a competitive salary depending on experience, together with opportunities for professional development and long term career progression.

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