Commercial Litigation Partner

Have you hit a glass ceiling in your current firm? Fancy a new challenge? Do you like the idea of leading and developing a Commercial Litigation offer in the Leeds office of an international practice?

Our client is a leading international law firm with an outstanding reputation for its services across the UK. The award-winning firm is looking for a tenacious and talented individual to develop and lead the Commercial Litigation team in Leeds, an outstanding opportunity for anyone looking to take their career to the next level. The sky really is the limit in terms of where this role could take you.

Developing work from the firm's existing client base means that you will be heavily involved with other teams and offices from day one, allowing you to really become part of the firm from the offset. Moreover, the firm is really committed to developing its Commercial Litigation presence in Leeds and so will provide all the support and resources necessary to help you achieve this. This really is an unmissable opportunity for anyone looking to make that step up and become the key figure in the success of a department.

Taking over the Commercial Litigation presence in Leeds means you will have plenty of chance to network with potential clients and build a base of contacts for both yourself and the department. Furthermore, since the firm has such successful corporate and commercial departments with a great network of existing clients, including PLCs and other household names, these provide a relatively untapped base for you to market to for Commercial Litigation work. The firm handle some incredibly high-profile, high-value cases, so the work flowing into the Commercial Litigation department would be of an excellent quality. In addition, the firm have a highly innovative approach, whether that be to funding or in the way that they deliver the service itself, they always ensure that there is the right back up and support as well, leaving you to undertake the work that will really challenge you and your team.

Our client envisages the successful candidate to have 8 or more years' PQE, however this has been given as an approximate guide and our client is happy to consider applications from candidates who fall outside of this range, but who can demonstrate the relevant knowledge and experience needed. Our client is also happy to consider applications from candidates who may have specialised in a more niche area of commercial litigation, as well as those who have a more general background in this sector.

It is an exciting stage for the firm and is a fantastic opportunity to take your career to the next level. So if you are looking for a role that offers more than just your everyday duties, whether you are looking for a partnership opportunity, or already a partner and looking to spread your wings, why not apply now? Also, if you wanted to bring a team this is certainly something that they would be keen to talk to you about.

How to Apply:
If you are interested in this Commercial Litigation Partner role, or would like to find out more about the opportunity please contact Rachael Mann at Sacco Mann or another member of our Private Practice team. Alternatively, if you know of anyone who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referrals. For full terms please see our website.