Commercial Litigation Partner in Manchester
William James Recruitment is looking for an Commercial Litigation Partner in Manchester
Job description
The Role
Commercial Litigation - Head of Department - Market-Leading Salary + Equity Prospects
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Litigation Partner to lead and grow a highly successful team within a dynamic and ambitious law firm in the North West. This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm with significant investment and a clear growth trajectory.
The position offers the chance to further enhance your leadership experience, managing a high-calibre team and working with a diverse portfolio of clients, including sports, retail, technology, fashion, and manufacturing sectors, as well as high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals.
The role benefits from strong support across the firm’s established departments including construction, real estate, construction litigation, and corporate teams, which consistently feed high-quality instructions into the Commercial Litigation team.
The Candidate
- Significant experience in Commercial Litigation at Partner level, with a track record of managing and developing teams
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire and mentor a high-performing team
- Expertise in handling complex, high-value disputes across a range of sectors
- Exceptional client management skills, with a focus on building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships
- A proactive, entrepreneurial approach, with a passion for driving growth and innovation within the department
- The ability to contribute strategically to the firm’s overall success
Why Join This Firm?
- Take on a pivotal role with the autonomy to shape and grow a thriving department
- Manage complex and rewarding disputes from a diverse and prestigious client base
- Benefit from established teams in complementary areas driving a strong pipeline of instructions
- Join a firm that values collaboration, with significant investment in resources and infrastructure
- Competitive salary, generous benefits, and genuine equity prospects
The Benefits & How to Apply
- Market-leading salary, tailored to your experience and contributions
- Equity partnership prospects
- Generous bonus structure and benefits package
- 30+ days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Comprehensive private healthcare and wellbeing support
- Supportive, inclusive culture with clear career progression opportunities
To apply, or for a confidential discussion about the role, please get in touch. No CV is required for an initial conversation.
Contact: Dawn Everton, Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0757 206 2975
Email: dawn.everton@williamjamesrecruitment.com
Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- Manchester
- Type of Contract
- Part-time jobs
- Published at
- 09-07-2025
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
- Languages
- English
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