Commercial Litigation Associate
Posted 4 hours 44 minutes ago by Simpson Judge Ltd
Job Title: Senior Associate - Commercial Litigation
Location: North West (Central Manchester or Preston)
Team: Top Legal 500 Commercial Disputes Team
Working Model: Hybrid
A leading, award-winning Legal 500 firm with a significant presence across the North West is seeking an ambitious Commercial Litigation Senior Associate to help build, grow, and lead a developing Commercial Disputes offering. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded litigator who thrives on business generation, networking, and shaping a team's long term success.
The role is ideal for a Senior Associate ready to take the next step into a strategic, growth focused position within a firm known for its strong market reputation and collegiate culture.
Key Responsibilities- Manage and lead a high quality commercial litigation caseload, including contract disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, professional negligence, IP matters, and high value multi track claims.
- Drive business development initiatives, actively network, and build strong external relationships to grow the team's profile and client base.
- Take a lead role in developing and expanding a new Commercial Litigation team, contributing to strategic planning and practice development.
- Provide supervision, mentoring, and support to junior lawyers and paralegals as the team grows.
- Work closely with Partners and other departments to identify cross referral opportunities and strengthen interdepartmental collaboration.
- Deliver commercially focused advice while maintaining outstanding client service standards.
- Represent clients throughout all stages of litigation, including pre action protocol, pleadings, interim applications, ADR, mediation, and trial preparation.
- Maintain excellent professional standards, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Qualified Solicitor with 7+ years' PQE (flexible for exceptional candidates).
- Strong technical experience across a broad range of commercial litigation matters.
- Demonstrable ability to build and manage client relationships, with a clear record of business development or networking success.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the confidence to help shape and grow a new team within a respected Legal 500 practice.
- Leadership experience or interest in supervising junior fee earners.
- Excellent communication, commercial awareness, and strategic thinking skills.
- A driven, proactive individual who enjoys autonomy and taking ownership.
- Competitive salary and market leading benefits package.
- Hybrid working with flexibility to support work life balance.
- Opportunity to build and influence a growing Commercial Litigation team within a major North West firm.
- Clear pathway for progression toward Partner for the right candidate.
- Strong existing brand presence, marketing support, and cross department collaboration.
To Apply please contact Millie Judge Legal recruitment today.