OverviewJob Title: Dispute Resolution Solicitor (NQ – 4 PQE)

Location: Manchester (Office-Based / Hybrid)

Job Type: Full-Time

I’m currently working with a growing and dynamic commercial law firm in Manchester who are looking to expand their Litigation and Dispute Resolution team with the hire of a junior solicitor.

This is an excellent opportunity for an NQ to 4-year PQE Solicitor with experience in commercial disputes who’s looking to work in a highly collaborative, forward-thinking environment. The firm acts for a broad mix of clients including SMEs, directors, insolvency practitioners and professional advisors, often on complex and high-value matters.

The Commercial Litigation Duties

Managing a caseload of commercial litigation matters, with appropriate supervision where required

Handling a mix of contractual disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, professional negligence claims, debt recovery, and enforcement

Supporting senior fee earners on larger, more complex disputes and contentious insolvency matters

Attending client meetings, preparing legal documents, conducting legal research, and handling pre-action correspondence

Getting involved in business development and building long-term relationships with clients and referrers

About you

A qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with between 0–4 years PQE

Experience in commercial litigation or dispute resolution, ideally gained from a commercial or regional firm

Excellent communication and drafting skills, with strong attention to detail

Commercially minded with a client-focused approach

Comfortable working as part of a team and willing to take on responsibility early on

Based within commutable distance to Manchester – hybrid working available

What’s on offer

Competitive salary and benefits, dependent on experience

Opportunity to join a well-regarded and growing dispute resolution team

Structured career development and access to high-quality, varied work

A supportive and collaborative culture that encourages progression

Hybrid working options and a genuine focus on work-life balance

If you’re a junior solicitor looking to take the next step in your dispute resolution career and join a team where you can grow and develop, please apply now or get in touch directly –

Job details

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Legal

Industries: Legal Services

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