Leading International Firm | Commercial Disputes Associate | 3+ Years PQE
Join the largest and most highly regarded commercial disputes team in the Manchester market, handling complex, high-value matters for blue-chip clients, with investment in your career at a pivotal stage.
The Firm
This is a leading international business law firm with a significant global footprint and a reputation for technical excellence, commercial insight, and innovation. It advises a broad range of FTSE 100 and equivalent clients across sectors including financial services, retail, energy, transport, digital, and healthcare.
The Team
The Commercial Disputes team in Manchester is the largest practice of its kind in the region and is described by market commentators as the strongest litigation team in the area by some margin. It handles a broad spectrum of complex disputes, including contractual claims, corporate disputes, fraud, finance, insurance, IP, IT, competition, and property litigation.
The Role
You will manage a diverse and varied commercial disputes caseload, with the opportunity to develop expertise in any number of specialist areas. You will gain exposure to a multitude of forums and cross-border disputes, working closely with UK and international partners.
This is a pivotal career role. You will be supported to succeed, with clear progression opportunities in an environment where hard work, collaboration, and ambition are recognised and rewarded.
The Ideal Candidate
- Qualified solicitor with 3+ years’ PQE in commercial disputes
- Ability to support cases across a broad range of disputes, with a sound technical understanding of the law
- Excellent drafting and communication skills, with a commercial and pragmatic approach
- Self-motivated, able to work to deadlines in a challenging environment, and keen to be involved in training, marketing, and business development
- A collaborative team player who can work across offices and borders, liaising with fee earners from other disciplines as needed
What’s on Offer
- A seat in the largest and strongest commercial disputes team in Manchester
- High-calibre, varied work for major clients, often opposite leading City firms
- Genuine investment in your development, with business development training and clear career progression
- A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive culture within a firm recognised for innovation and people-first values
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, with hybrid working
Apply now for immediate consideration.
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