William James Recruitment
Commercial Litigation Partner
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Commercial Litigation Partner - Manchester + Bonus
Are you a driven Commercial Litigation Solicitor with the hunger, ambition, and leadership capability to build and lead a team in Manchester? This is a rare opportunity to join a modern, established Legal 500 firm in Manchester as a Partner, known for its forward-thinking approach, high-performing legal group, and culture that genuinely supports individuality, collaboration, and career autonomy.
The Role:
- Leading and managing complex commercial litigation matters across a range of sectors
- Driving the strategic growth of the commercial litigation practice in Manchester
- Building and developing a strong client base through business development initiatives
- Working collaboratively across offices and practice areas to leverage opportunities
- Providing high-quality, commercially focused advice to a diverse client base
- Mentoring, supervising and developing junior team members
- Contributing to the firm’s leadership and wider strategic direction
- Benefiting from a strong referral network and established client platform
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The Candidate:
- Established Commercial Litigation Partner Solicitor with a strong track record
- Proven experience handling complex commercial disputes at a senior level
- Strong client following with a history of successful business development
- Expert technical knowledge and a reputation for delivering high-quality advice
- Commercially astute with a strategic and growth-focused mindset
- Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring and developing teams
- Collaborative approach with the ability to work across multiple offices
- Driven, ambitious and motivated to grow a successful practice
The Benefits and How to Apply:
- Competitive salary and attractive profit share structure
- Hybrid working model
- Opportunity to join a highly ranked Legal 500 firm
- Be part of a forward-thinking, rapidly growing legal group
- Combination of boutique-style culture with national firm resources
- Strong cross-practice referral streams and established client base
- Genuine autonomy to shape and grow your own practice
- Supportive, collaborative and entrepreneurial environment
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Contact:
- Siobhan Deeming, Recruitment Consultant, Litigation and Dispute Resolution
- Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665
- Mobile: 07939 992 567
- Email: siobhan.deeming@williamjamesruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment:
William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients including a range of Legal 500 firms.
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