Oculus Legal Group
Commercial Litigation Solicitor
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Commercial Litigation Solicitor (2-6 PQE)
Location: Manchester
Working Pattern: Full-time | Hybrid Working Available
Salary: Up to £75,000 DOE
The Opportunity
A highly regarded commercial law firm is looking to appoint a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join its growing Dispute Resolution team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to take the next step in their career, working alongside experienced litigators on high-quality commercial disputes while developing their own client base and taking on increasing responsibility.
You'll manage your own caseload of lower-value matters while supporting senior lawyers on complex, high-value litigation within a collaborative and ambitious team.
The Role
The successful candidate will advise businesses on a broad range of commercial disputes, handling matters from initial instruction through to resolution.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing your own commercial litigation caseload with appropriate autonomy.
- Advising clients on contractual disputes, shareholder disputes, contentious insolvency and other commercial litigation matters.
- Assisting senior lawyers on complex, high-value litigation.
- Attending mediations and Joint Settlement Meetings (JSMs).
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Contributing to business development initiatives and creating legal content.
- Delivering practical, commercial advice and exceptional client service.
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About You
The firm is keen to hear from:
- Qualified Solicitors with between 2 and 6 years' PQE in Commercial Litigation.
- Lawyers with strong technical knowledge and experience managing their own caseload.
- Individuals with excellent commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
- Candidates who enjoy client contact, business development and working collaboratively within a high-performing team.
- Solicitors looking to take on greater responsibility and continue developing their career.
The Team
You'll become part of an established and ambitious Commercial Litigation team acting for a broad range of businesses on complex and high-value disputes.
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The firm offers:
- High-quality commercial litigation work.
- A collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Hybrid working.
- Genuine opportunities for career progression and increased responsibility.
- Exposure to complex, high-value matters alongside experienced senior lawyers.
Benefits
- Competitive salary up to £75,000 DOE.
- Hybrid working.
- High-quality commercial litigation work.
- Structured career progression.
- Strong business development support.
- Ongoing professional development.
- Supportive and collaborative culture.
Apply
This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor looking to join a respected commercial practice offering complex, high-quality work and genuine long-term progression.
If you're looking to take the next step in your commercial litigation career within an ambitious and supportive team, I'd be pleased to discuss the opportunity with you.
Niamh Nolan
niamh.nolan@oculuslegalgroup.com
0117 454 4409
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