Dispute Resolution Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in Manchester is seeking a qualified Commercial Litigation Associate with 2 to 4 years of post-qualification experience. The role involves a mix of complex national and international litigation, requiring strong commercial understanding and enthusiasm for disputes work. You will manage your own caseload while receiving support from senior associates, work across offices, and get involved in client relationship-building activities. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 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 appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Advising on a broad mix of commercial litigation, arbitration and ADR.
• Running your own caseload with appropriate supervision.
• Working on cross-border cases with both commercial and public law angles.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Arbitration

Client relationship-building

Flexible adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified solicitor (2-4 PQE)

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 appropriate
• Commercially 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.