Partner - Commercial Litigation

Flint Bishop LLP; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life insurance

Career development opportunities

Great working environment at Leeds

Birthday day off

Job summary

Flint Bishop LLP is seeking a commercially minded solicitor with significant PQE in Commercial Litigation to manage a varied caseload and support on complex matters. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, client-focused service, and active contribution to business development.

You will attend client meetings, ensure timely updates in case management systems, and work closely with senior members of the team to develop department performance. Leeds/York/Derby offices are available.

Qualifications

• Significant PQE in Commercial Litigation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong client care skills.
• Be highly motivated and able to add value to the role.
• Proactive management of matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters including contractual, property, landlord and tenant, professional negligence and debt recovery disputes.
• Support on complex matters alongside senior team members and keep matters up to date in systems.
• Record all time in the Tikit system, including non-billable activities.
• Attend client meetings and manage the client experience.
• Contribute to business development and assist with audits and departmental priorities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Client care

Attention to detail

Business development

Education

PQE in Commercial Litigation

Tools

Tikit system

Job description

culture of excellence across the department. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proactive, collaborative, and commercially minded approach, with a strong commitment to client service and a willingness to support colleagues and contribute positively to the wider team. Applications are also welcomed from candidates wishing to be based in our Leeds, York or Derby offices.

Key Responsibilities

Fee-Earning

Manage a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters that can include:

• Contractual disputes
• Commercial property disputes
• Landlord & Tenant disputes
• Professional negligence disputes
• Debt Recovery disputes

As well as managing a personal caseload of litigated matters, this role is responsible for supporting on more complex matters alongside senior members of the team; Ensure matters are kept up to date in systems and new advancements are communicated to clients and the relevant team members; Record all time in the Tikit system, including non-billable activities; Take responsibility for managing the client experience. Attend client meetings where necessary; Take a keen interest in business development for the department and contribute where required; Support departmental audits as and when required; Take on additional tasks as reasonably required by the Head of Commercial Dispute Resolution; Conduct legal research where required; and Demonstrate a meticulous approach with great attention to detail.

Assisting Management

Attend monthly fee-earner meetings and contribute as a senior member of the team; Attend regular one-to-one meetings with the Head of Department to report on departmental priorities and financial performance; Work proactively with the Head of Department to support team performance and development; Monitor team capacity and assist with effective delegation of work where required.

Business Development

Take an active role in managing the client experience and attend client meetings where necessary; Support the renewal process for existing clients to ensure a proactive and seamless approach; Prepare and deliver external training sessions for prospective and existing clients; Contribute to business development initiatives and report on related activity to senior management.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• You will: Have at significant PQE in Commercial Litigation.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to clients and stakeholders.
• Possess exceptional client care skills.
• Be highly motivated and able to add value to the role.
• Be able to demonstrate proactive management of matters.
• Possess networking and client development skills.
• Disclosure will be required in the event that a position is offered.

Benefits What we offer?

• Competitive salary
• Bonus potential
• Life insurance
• Great working environment at our Leeds offices
• Career development opportunities
• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Options to buy & sell 1 week's holiday
• 1 week's holiday carry over
• Extra day off for your birthday
• Staff card discount scheme for local shops
• Social days and evenings on the firm
• Monthly food on the firm for all staff
• Staff discounts on legal services