At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team handling complex commercial disputes and build strong client relationships.
- Company: Respected regional law firm with a reputation for high-quality contentious work.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, hybrid working, professional development, and well-being initiatives.
- Other info: Opportunity for career progression in a growing disputes practice.
- Why this job: Gain exposure to diverse disputes and make a real impact in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with 2-6 years' PQE and strong litigation background.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
About the Firm
With a reputation for handling complex and often business-critical disputes, our client is a respected regional law firm that continues to compete with larger national practices for high-quality contentious work. The firm acts for a diverse client base ranging from owner-managed businesses and entrepreneurs to larger corporate organisations, offering lawyers the opportunity to work on challenging matters within a supportive and ambitious environment.
The Opportunity
- Join a highly regarded Commercial Litigation team recognised by The Legal 500 for its expertise in dispute resolution.
- Work alongside experienced partners and senior lawyers on a broad range of complex and high-value disputes.
- Advise clients on commercial and contractual disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, and professional negligence claims.
- Gain exposure to matters involving IP and IT disputes, banking claims, commercial agency disputes and insolvency litigation.
- Assist on injunction applications, search orders and reputation management matters.
- Manage your own caseload under supervision whilst supporting on larger and more complex disputes.
- Build strong client relationships with an established SME and owner-managed business client base.
- Play an active role in practice development and wider business development initiatives across the firm.
The Ideal Candidate
- Qualified Solicitor with at least 2 years' PQE and up to approximately 6 years' PQE.
- Strong litigation background gained at a national, regional or respected boutique practice.
- Experience handling a broad range of commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters.
- Excellent drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Able to manage files with an appropriate level of supervision whilst supporting senior lawyers on more complex matters.
- Strong communication and client relationship management skills.
- Commercially aware with the confidence to work closely with business clients.
- Motivated to develop their career within a supportive and ambitious team environment.
What's on Offer
- A rewarding salary package designed to attract high-calibre litigation lawyers.
- Hybrid working arrangements offering flexibility around office and home working.
- Exposure to a diverse range of commercial disputes across multiple industry sectors.
- Direct access to clients and early responsibility for meaningful work.
- The opportunity to work within a recognised and growing disputes practice.
- A supportive culture that encourages professional development and career progression.
- A broad selection of employee benefits and well-being initiatives.
- The chance to contribute to the continued success of an employee-owned business.
COMMERCIAL LITIGATION ASSOCIATE | 2-6 PQE | MANCHESTER employer: QC Legal
As a leading global legal powerhouse, our Manchester office offers an exceptional environment for experienced lawyers to thrive in the dynamic field of banking and finance. With a strong emphasis on professional development, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior team members while working on high-value transactions that make a significant impact. Our collaborative culture and commitment to excellence ensure that you will be part of a premier finance team, recognised for its expertise and innovation in complex financing arrangements.
