Job Description
Commercial Litigation Solicitor (2+ Years PQE)
Location: Liverpool (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: £48,000 - £56,000 (DOE)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Overview
A well-established, specialist commercial law firm is seeking a Commercial Litigation Solicitor (2+ PQE) to join its highly regarded Dispute Resolution team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a partner-led environment on a broad range of complex, high-value commercial disputes.
The firm acts for a diverse client base including owner-managed businesses, corporates, directors, shareholders, investors, lenders, and individuals. The successful candidate will gain exposure to high-quality work and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the department.
The Role
You will manage your own caseload with appropriate supervision while supporting senior colleagues on more complex matters. The role offers early responsibility, direct client contact, and genuine opportunities for career progression.
Typical matters include:
- Contractual disputes
- Debt recovery
- Professional negligence claims
- Shareholder and director disputes
- Injunctions
- Property-related disputes (including landlord and tenant matters)
- Insolvency-related disputes
- Other business-critical litigation
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a varied caseload from instruction through to resolution or trial
- Draft pre-action correspondence, pleadings, and court documentation
- Advise clients on strategy, merits, risks, and costs
- Handle disclosure, witness evidence, and expert instructions
- Attend hearings, mediations, and settlement discussions
- Maintain strong client relationships and deliver commercial advice
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal procedures
- Contribute to business development and marketing initiatives
Candidate Profile
- Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE in commercial litigation/dispute resolution
- Strong knowledge of CPR and pre-action protocols
- Proven experience managing matters with supervision
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
- Commercially aware with a proactive and client-focused approach
- Highly organised with the ability to work effectively under pressure
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working (typically 4 days office / 1 day remote)
- Pension scheme and sick pay
- On-site parking
- Ongoing training and development
- Clear progression opportunities within a supportive team environment
