Job Description
Associate Solicitor
Litigation & Commercial Law Manchester
50,000 - 60,000
3 years PQE
The opportunity
We are working exclusively with a well-regarded boutique corporate advisory practice to appoint an Associate Solicitor into their Manchester office. This is a rare opportunity to join a firm that combines genuine technical depth with a refreshingly commercial, client-focused culture.
The firm acts for a sophisticated client base spanning corporates, SMEs, investors, property developers, trustees, and high-net-worth private clients - both in the UK and internationally. They are known for delivering complex instructions with precision, discretion, and sound commercial judgment.
The role
You will join one of three specialist teams - New Issuance, Commercial, or Civil Litigation - working at associate level with genuine autonomy from day one. You will manage your own caseload, maintain strong client relationships, supervise and mentor junior team members, and take active ownership of billing and matter progression.
Day-to-day responsibilities
- Run matters independently end to end
- Draft bills and maintain billing targets
- Manage Work in Progress (WIP) effectively
- Provide timely, clear client updates
- Supervise and guide paralegals
- Improve templates and internal processes
- Support business development and networking
About you
- Qualified Solicitor, 2-3 years PQE
- Debt litigation background preferred
- Experience supervising junior staff
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Clear, confident communication style
- Commercially minded and proactive
- Team-oriented with a collaborative approach
What's on offer
50,000 - 60,000 base salary
OTE bonus scheme
Hands-on mentoring & development
Clear career progression pathway
Company pension & life insurance
Additional annual leave
On-site parking
Store discount & company events
Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.
We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
