Commercial Litigation Solicitor (Manchester)

The Role: Qualified Solicitor (c.2+ PQE) opportunity to join one of the largest and respected Commercial Litigation teams in Manchester. You will handle cases involving:

• Pre- and post-publication advice
• Crisis reputation management (defamation, privacy, online reviews)
• Media scrutiny and regulatory investigations
• Urgent injunctive relief
• Defamation and malicious falsehood claims
• Confidential information protection (NDAs, licensing, breach of confidence)
• Harassment and cyber security
• Data protection compliance and breach responses

Role Requirements:

• In-depth knowledge of litigation, especially in defamation, privacy, breach of confidence, UK GDPR, and harassment
• County and High Court litigation experience
• Effective time management, billing, and cost recovery
• Understanding of Solicitors Accounts Rules
• Ability to refer to the Head of Department when necessary
• Legal updates and blog contributions

Desirable Skills:

• Defamation, privacy, GDPR, breach of confidence, and harassment experience
• Experience with injunctive relief and pre-publication advice
• Team player with business development skills
• Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and Media List requirements

On offer:

• Competitive salary depending on experience and PQE level
• Minimum 25 days' annual leave (increases with service) + office closure at Christmas
• Early finish one Friday a month
• Two days for charitable work annually
• Sports teams, hobby clubs, and social events
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Annual promotions process open to all staff

If you are currently working as a Commercial Litigation Solicitor and would like further information, apply online for immediate consideration.