William James Recruitment
Commercial Partner
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Commercial Partner – Manchester – Leading National Firm - Up to £160k
A leading Legal 500 national law firm with a strong UK and international presence is looking for a Commercial Solicitor / Partner to join its growing Manchester office. You will work with a high-quality client base across real estate, infrastructure, financial services and international corporates, advising on complex commercial and strategic matters within a well-established and highly regarded practice.
The Role:
- Advise on a broad range of commercial contracts including outsourcing, supply, joint ventures and strategic projects
- Work with clients across key sectors including real estate, infrastructure, financial services and international businesses
- Support on complex, high-value and cross-border transactions
- Build and develop client relationships within an established national platform
- Contribute to the continued growth of the Manchester office
- Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas and offices on multi-disciplinary matters
- Mentor and support junior lawyers within the team
- Play an active role in business development and profile-raising initiatives
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The Candidate:
- Qualified Solicitor with strong experience in commercial contracts and advisory work
- Currently operating at Senior Associate, Legal Director or junior Partner level
- Portable following or demonstrable track record of originating work and generating revenue
- Background from a reputable national, city or strong regional law firm
- Evidence of business development capability and client relationship management
- Exposure to key sectors such as real estate, infrastructure, finance or international trade advantageous
- Commercially minded with a pragmatic and solutions-focused approach
- Ambitious with a desire to develop and grow within a leading Manchester platform
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The Benefits and How to Apply:
- Highly competitive partner remuneration structure, up to £160k
- Attractive bonus and profit participation
- Clear pathway for further progression within the partnership
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Strong pipeline of high-quality work
- Collaborative and supportive national platform
- Opportunity to build and scale a practice in Manchester
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Contact:
Dominika Holda, Recruitment Consultant (Commercial & IP)
- Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140
- Mobile: 07376 640 525
- Email: dominika.holda@williamjamesrecruitment.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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