About the Role
Commercial Disputes Senior Associate | 5+ Years PQE | Top 50 International | ManchesterA compelling opportunity for a Commercial Disputes Solicitor to join a Tiered ranked team at a leading Top 50 international firm in Manchester.You will work closely with Legal 500 recognised partners on high-value, complex litigation for some of the UK's most prominent clients, including FTSE 100 businesses.The FirmThis Top 50 international firm has built a strong and well-regarded presence across the UK, Middle East and Asia. Their UK practice spans corporate, commercial and litigation, with particular strengths in real estate, care, education, energy, leisure, finance and project work.The firm is also widely recognised for its public sector expertise, having developed an enviable reputation assisting government and private sector partners in delivering innovative public services.The culture is genuinely distinctive. You will find the quality and rigour of a City firm without the City attitude, making this an outstanding option for lawyers who want the best of both worlds.The RoleYou will take up a key position within a prestigious, Legal 500 ranked Commercial Disputes team, working alongside Legal 500 recognised partners known for their hands-on mentorship and commitment to developing the lawyers around them.The caseload is broad and high-calibre, spanning shareholder disputes, breach of contract, professional negligence and a range of other complex commercial litigation matters. You will work across both domestic and cross-border disputes, with the firm's international network offering genuine exposure to work at the highest level.Collaboration with colleagues across UK and overseas offices is a regular feature of the role.The Ideal CandidateQualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in Commercial DisputesConfident managing a varied caseload across a range of clientsComfortable engaging in business development activityA team player who enjoys supporting and developing junior colleaguesWhat's on OfferA platform at a rapidly growing, highly regarded Top 50 global firmExposure to top-tier clients and high-value, complex workStrong career development and clear progression opportunitiesEmbedded flexible workingHighly competitive salary with an excellent bonus and benefits package
Tech Stack
commercial disputeslitigationmergers and acquisitionsshareholder disputesbreach of contractprofessional negligencecross-border disputes