Senior Commercial Litigation Associate Manchester

Shoosmiths LLP; Manchester; Presencial; GBP 70.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

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Descripción de la vacante

Shoosmiths LLP in Manchester is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate or Senior Associate (1+ PQE) to join our growing Litigation, Regulatory & Compliance team. The role involves handling high-value disputes for a diverse client base, with opportunities to work across sectors and jurisdictions as part of a national practice.

You will work closely with partners on strategically important matters, develop client relationships, and contribute to business development while mentoring junior

Formación

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with at least 1 year PQE.
• Strong drafting, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Experience handling High Court litigation.
• Excellent client relationship management.
• Willingness to contribute to business development.

Responsabilidades

• Advising clients on a wide range of commercial disputes and contentious matters.
• Managing litigation through all stages of the dispute lifecycle, from pre action strategy to trial, enforcement and settlement.
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, expert instructions, applications and correspondence.
• Supporting and, where appropriate, leading on mediation, settlement negotiations and other forms of ADR.
• Working with clients across sectors including technology, financial services, real estate, manufacturing and retail.
• Coordinating with colleagues across offices and specialist practice areas on complex matters.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships and becoming a trusted adviser.
• Contributing to business development initiatives, thought leadership and client events.
• Supporting the development and supervision of junior lawyers and trainees.

Conocimientos

Legal drafting

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Client relationships

Stakeholder management

Communication

Educación

Solicitor qualification England & Wales

Descripción del empleo

Shoosmiths LLP in Manchester is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate or Senior Associate (1+ PQE) to join our growing Litigation, Regulatory & Compliance team. The role involves handling high-value disputes for a diverse client base, with opportunities to work across sectors and jurisdictions as part of a national practice.

You will work closely with partners on strategically important matters, develop client relationships, and contribute to business development while mentoring junior