Job Description
Commercial Litigation Associate Solicitor - Manchester - up to £90,000 + Benefits
A leading City-led, international law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Solicitor in Manchester to join its highly regarded cross-office Commercial Disputes team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-quality national and cross-border disputes while building your profile within a Legal 500 practice known for innovation and collaboration.
As a Commercial Litigation Associate Solicitor in Manchester, you’ll gain exposure to a broad range of contentious matters across multiple sectors, working closely with experienced partners while developing your own caseload and client relationships.
This Commercial Litigation Associate Solicitor – Manchester role offers genuine career progression, high-quality work, and a supportive, flexible working environment.
The Role:
* Advising on a broad range of commercial litigation matters including contractual disputes and commercial claims
* Handling disputes across litigation, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution
* Working on public law disputes, professional negligence, injunctions and reputation management issues
* Supporting on contentious insolvency matters and cross-border disputes
* Managing your own caseload with appropriate autonomy and minimal supervision
* Assisting partners and senior lawyers on complex, high-value matters
* Building strong client relationships and delivering commercially focused advice
* Collaborating with national and international teams across the firm
The Candidate:
* Qualified Solicitor with 4+ years PQE in commercial litigation
* Strong contentious experience across a broad range of disputes
* Experience in insolvency is beneficial but not essential
* Confident managing your own caseload independently
* Commercially minded with strong technical and analytical skills
* Excellent organisation and time-management capabilities
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Professional and effective when dealing with clients and stakeholders
The Benefits and How to Apply:
* Competitive basic salary
* Attractive bonus scheme
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Flexible working (2–3 days in the office)
* Income Protection
* Family friendly benefits (Maternity, Paternity, Co-Parent and Shared Parental Leave)
* Company Pension
* Cycle to Work scheme
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.
Contact: Siobhan Deeming, Recruitment Consultant, Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665 Mobile: 07939 992567
Email: siobhan.deeming@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments