Commercial Litigation Partner / Head of Department
Nottingham | £120,000 – £130,000+ + Bonus
A leading national Legal 500 law firm is looking to appoint a Commercial Litigation Partner / Head of Department to lead and grow its Dispute Resolution team in Nottingham.
This is a standout opportunity for an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor ready to step into a senior leadership role, with full autonomy to shape, develop and expand a team over the next 3–5 years across multiple office locations.
The Opportunity
You will take on a strategic leadership position, overseeing an established Dispute Resolution team currently made up of four fee earners and legal support staff, with clear plans for growth.
The role will involve:
* Leading and developing the Commercial Litigation team
* Managing and growing key client relationships
* Handling a broad caseload of high-quality commercial disputes
* Working closely with other departments to maximise cross-referral opportunities
* Playing a key role in the firm’s wider strategic growth plans
This is a genuine opportunity to build and shape a department, with clear progression and long-term career prospects.
About You
* You will be an experienced Commercial Dispute Resolution Solicitor with:
* Strong technical expertise across contractual and tortious disputes
* Proven experience in business development and winning new work
* Demonstrable leadership and team management experience
* Excellent knowledge of court procedures and ADR
* A proactive and commercially minded approach
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* The ability to mentor, motivate and grow a team
What’s on Offer
* £120,000 – £130,000+ salary, plus bonus
* 30 days annual leave + bank holidays+ Xmas closure
* Additional day for your birthday
* Private healthcare for you and your family
* Healthcare cashback plan
* 5% matched pension
* Option to buy additional holiday
* Life assurance (4x salary)
* Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
* Paid volunteer days
* Quarterly social events
* Cycle to work scheme
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Electric vehicle scheme
* Tech and home scheme
* Free independent financial advice
* Discounted legal fees and free will services
If you are looking for a role where you can truly lead, influence and build something, this is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking, ambitious firm at a senior level.
To learn more or for a confidential discussion, please get in touch:
Ellie Marshall
Ellie.marshall@oculuslegalgroup.com
07383 821952