Job Description
Commercial Litigation Solicitor
Location: Manchester (hybrid working)
Salary: £70,000 to £95,000 plus bonus and benefits
Experience: 5 to 10 years’ PQE
If you’re a Commercial Litigation Solicitor who enjoys high-quality disputes work, values straight-talking advice, and wants a role where you can build client relationships and progress properly, this is a strong next step.
You’ll join a busy, well-regarded Dispute Resolution team in Manchester, working with a varied client base including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, corporates, and high-net-worth individuals. The work is interesting and genuinely broad, and you’ll be trusted with autonomy while still having the support of a collaborative team around you.
The Opportunity This role offers the chance to take ownership of a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters, with exposure across both court work and ADR. You’ll also be encouraged to get involved in business development and networking in a way that feels natural and supported.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Managing a caseload of commercial litigation matters from instruction through to resolution
- Advising on contractual disputes and wider commercial disputes
- Handling shareholder disputes and business ownership disputes
- Advising on partnership disputes
- Managing professional negligence claims
- Supporting on debt recovery and enforcement matters
- Advising on injunctive relief applications where required
- Handling commercial and property-related disputes
- Supporting clients through ADR, including mediation
- Building strong client relationships through clear, practical advice and excellent client care
- Contributing to business development and supporting the continued growth of the team
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Solicitor with 5 to 10 years’ PQE in commercial litigation
- Strong technical and analytical skills, with a practical approach to problem-solving
- Confidence running a complex caseload with appropriate autonomy
- Excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach
- Commercial awareness and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
- Comfortable contributing to networking and business development
- Collaborative working style and a genuine team-first attitude
What’s On Offer
- Hybrid working model (where applicable)
- Annual leave entitlement
- Workplace pension scheme
- Enhanced parental leave entitlements
- Death in service cover (3 x basic annual salary)
- Critical illness cover (3 x basic annual salary)
- Healthcare cash plan
- Wellness and wellbeing support, including counselling and Mental Health First Aiders
- Cycle-to-work scheme, tech scheme, and season ticket loan
- Learning and development
Working Arrangements
Full-time, permanent role Manchester-based with hybrid working (where applicable)
Next Steps (How to Apply)
Apply online or send your CV to lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.
Commercial Litigation Solicitor in Manchester employer: Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions
Join a highly respected independent accountancy practice in Leeds, where your ambition and expertise as an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant will be valued. With a strong focus on career progression, a collaborative work culture, and the chance to mentor junior team members, this role offers a fulfilling opportunity to build lasting client relationships while contributing to the firm's growth.
Contact Details:
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Recruitment Team
