Head of Commercial Litigation
BCL Legal · Manchester, North West
Head of Commercial Litigation at BCL Legal, based in Manchester, North West. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Manchester, North West
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 1 week ago
- Closes
- 6 Jan 2027
- Sector
- Legal
Reference LH/207685
About the role
Head of Commercial Litigation | Manchester
A highly regarded, ambitious law firm is looking to appoint an established Partner to lead its Commercial Litigation team in Manchester. This is a rare chance to shape the department's strategy and take a senior role in a firm that is investing in growth.
This is a role for an established Partner who has the background and gravitas to lead and shape an existing team.
The role
· Head the Commercial Litigation team, setting strategy and driving growth
· Lead a portfolio of high-value, complex commercial disputes
· Develop and manage key client relationships, with a clear plan for business development
· Contribute to firm-wide strategy and work with other partners in the senior management team
· Mentor and develop fee earners in the team
· Raise the team profile through measured marketing
About you
· Established Commercial Litigation Partner looking to lead a team
· Proven track record of leading complex disputes
· Client relationships or a sold network to tap into
· Experience of managing a team or mentoring juniors
· Strong profile in the Manchester and North West market
This is an opportunity to enter the Partnership, with the autonomy to manage and shape the Commercial Litigation team. In return, you will have full support in terms of marketing and recruitment needs.
If you are interested in a confidential conversation, please contact Louisa Phillips at BCL Legal.
A highly regarded, ambitious law firm is looking to appoint an established Partner to lead its Commercial Litigation team in Manchester. This is a rare chance to shape the department's strategy and take a senior role in a firm that is investing in growth.
This is a role for an established Partner who has the background and gravitas to lead and shape an existing team.
The role
· Head the Commercial Litigation team, setting strategy and driving growth
· Lead a portfolio of high-value, complex commercial disputes
· Develop and manage key client relationships, with a clear plan for business development
· Contribute to firm-wide strategy and work with other partners in the senior management team
· Mentor and develop fee earners in the team
· Raise the team profile through measured marketing
About you
· Established Commercial Litigation Partner looking to lead a team
· Proven track record of leading complex disputes
· Client relationships or a sold network to tap into
· Experience of managing a team or mentoring juniors
· Strong profile in the Manchester and North West market
This is an opportunity to enter the Partnership, with the autonomy to manage and shape the Commercial Litigation team. In return, you will have full support in terms of marketing and recruitment needs.
If you are interested in a confidential conversation, please contact Louisa Phillips at BCL Legal.
Reference: LH/207685 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 6 Jan 2027 · Listed via BCL Legal
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