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Commercial PartnerWilliam James Recruitment • Manchester Area, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Commercial Partner

Commercial Partner

William James Recruitment • Manchester Area, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
16 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Commercial Partner – Manchester – Leading National Firm - Up to £160k


A leading Legal 500 national law firm with a strong UK and international presence is looking for a Commercial Solicitor / Partner to join its growing Manchester office. You will work with a high-quality client base across real estate, infrastructure, financial services and international corporates, advising on complex commercial and strategic matters within a well-established and highly regarded practice.


This Commercial Solicitor / Partner role in Manchester offers the opportunity to step into a junior partner position within a supportive and collaborative environment, with access to strong existing client relationships and a clear platform to develop and grow your own practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Solicitor / Partner in Manchester to progress within a firm known for its sector focus, quality of work and long-term investment in its people.


The Role:


  • Advise on a broad range of commercial contracts including outsourcing, supply, joint ventures and strategic projects
  • Work with clients across key sectors including real estate, infrastructure, financial services and international businesses
  • Support on complex, high-value and cross-border transactions
  • Build and develop client relationships within an established national platform
  • Contribute to the continued growth of the Manchester office
  • Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas and offices on multi-disciplinary matters
  • Mentor and support junior lawyers within the team
  • Play an active role in business development and profile-raising initiatives


The Candidate:


  • Qualified Solicitor with strong experience in commercial contracts and advisory work
  • Currently operating at Senior Associate, Legal Director or junior Partner level
  • Portable following or demonstrable track record of originating work and generating revenue
  • Background from a reputable national, city or strong regional law firm
  • Evidence of business development capability and client relationship management
  • Exposure to key sectors such as real estate, infrastructure, finance or international trade advantageous
  • Commercially minded with a pragmatic and solutions-focused approach
  • Ambitious with a desire to develop and grow within a leading Manchester platform


The Benefits and How to Apply:


  • Highly competitive partner remuneration structure, up to £160k
  • Attractive bonus and profit participation
  • Clear pathway for further progression within the partnership
  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Strong pipeline of high-quality work
  • Collaborative and supportive national platform
  • Opportunity to build and scale a practice in Manchester


Apply in the Strictest of Confidence


Contact: Dominika Holda, Recruitment Consultant (Commercial & IP)

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 | Mobile: 07376 640 525

Email: dominika.holda@williamjamesrecruitment.com


More About William James Recruitment


William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients, including a range of Legal 500 firms


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