Litigation Solicitor

eNL Legal Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Healthcare

Job summary

A Manchester-based law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Solicitor to handle contract claims, shareholder disputes and other commercial litigation matters, with leadership on lower value claims and mediation involvement.

Ideal candidates have 3–6 years PQE, strong technical knowledge, client relationship skills and drive to contribute to business development. The firm offers career progression, an attractive benefits package and hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years PQE in commercial litigation.
• Strong technical knowledge of litigation matters.
• Ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality service.

Responsibilities

• Lead on lower value claims and assist with high value matters.
• Work alongside senior lawyers on complex disputes.
• Participate in JSMs, mediations and business development.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Contract claims

Shareholder disputes

Client relationships

Job description

Litigation Solicitor / 3 - 6 PQE / Manchester / Circa £75,000 (DOE) / An outstanding opportunity for a qualified Litigation Solicitor to join a top Legal 500 firm offering genuine career progression, an attractive benefits package, and hybrid working opportunities

JOB TITLE: Litigation Solicitor
PQE: 3 - 6 PQE
LOCATION: Manchester
SALARY: Up to £75,000 (DOE)

THE ROLE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Litigation Solicitor to join a reputable, commercially minded law firm based in Manchester. Working alongside a collaborative litigation team, this role will involve dealing with contract claims, shareholder disputes, contentious insolvency and other areas of commercial litigation. You will lead on lower value claims, work collaboratively with senior Lawyers in relation to high value claims, undertake JSM's and mediations and participate in the business development of the firm.

THE CANDIDATE

Applications are welcomed from experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitors boasting 3 - 6 years PQE, coupled with a strong technical knowledge, the ability to manage client relationships and proficient commercial awareness. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proactive approach to the law, a commitment to delivering outstanding client service, a willingness to learn and the ability to deliver high quality service to a wealth of clients.

THE FIRM

This leading Legal 500 commercial law firm provides trusted legal advice to businesses, their owners, and high net worth individuals. Specialising in advising SME's, financial institutions, real estate investors and PLC's, this firm provides high quality jurisdictional advice to its client base. Additionally, this firm offers a supportive and collaborative working environment, where Solicitors are encouraged to participate in the growth of the business as well as their own individual skill set.

THE PACKAGE

Recognising the hard work of their staff, this firm is offering to the successful candidate a wealth of benefits alongside a competitive salary. These are including, but not limited to, the opportunity to opt into hybrid working arrangements, 25 days annual leave per annum, generous pension schemes, healthcare plans and team parties.

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.