HD Law is a fast-growing legal business based in Spinningfields, Manchester, that is rapidly becoming one of the most ambitious and talked-about firms in the consumer litigation sector. As part of our continued expansion, we’re looking for an experienced Senior Litigation Solicitor to join our growing legal team.
This is a senior position for an experienced solicitor who wants more than a traditional private practice caseload. You’ll be joining a commercially ambitious, high-growth environment where legal judgement, risk assessment, technical quality and operational discipline matter every day.
Working closely with senior legal leadership, you’ll take on real responsibility and play a key role in how complex litigation work is assessed, managed and progressed at scale.
Key Responsibilities
As the Senior Litigation Solicitor, your role will include:
• Reviewing complex legal issues and assessing overall case quality
• Advising on risk and supporting strategic decision-making across the legal team
• Maintaining high standards and operational discipline across a growing legal operation
• Executing high-level drafting, case analysis, and legal reviews
• Ensuring full compliance with SRA obligations and regulated legal practice
• Managing complexity and understanding how litigation quality affects client outcomes and financial performance
• Providing senior-level influence over how litigation work is delivered and progressed
• Working closely with senior legal leadership and partners to drive business goals
• Challenging risk where required and maintaining accountability for legal decisions
Skills And Qualifications
• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with a current practising certificate
• Ideally 5+ years PQE with extensive litigation experience
• Excellent drafting, analysis, and legal review skills
• Sound judgement and the confidence to make clear, authoritative legal decisions
• Strong understanding of SRA obligations and professional standards
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving, high-growth environment
• Commercial awareness and the confidence to assess risk properly
• A structured, accountable, and detail-focused approach
• Professional discipline and the appetite to operate in a senior role with genuine influence
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage senior stakeholder relationships
What We Offer You
• Competitive salary (depending on experience)
• Senior role in a fast-scaling legal business with genuine influence
• Direct access to senior legal leadership and partners
• Modern office facilities in Spinningfields, Manchester
• Opportunities to broaden your remit as the business continues to grow
• High-quality litigation work in a commercially ambitious environment
• Clear platform for career progression and professional development
• Comprehensive benefits package (details available upon request)
If you are an experienced litigation solicitor ready for a senior role with real influence, we would welcome a confidential conversation. Please apply with your CV today for an initial discussion in confidence.
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