Civil Litigation Solicitor

• Join a people-centric firm with a growing civil itigation department
• £45,000–£55,000 salary + gym membership + future leadership potential
• Flexible, friendly, and entrepreneurial environment in Altrincham

We’re working with a fast-growing regional firm to recruit a Civil Litigation Solicitor to join their expanding team in Manchester.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a 5+ PQE lawyer to join a forward-thinking firm where there’s a strong pipeline of high-quality work, genuine scope for career progression, and the chance to take ownership of a varied caseload.

You’ll be supported by a collaborative and go-getting team, including a long-serving partner who trained at the firm and has helped shape its inclusive, friendly, and entrepreneurial culture. The department is in growth mode, and this role is a key part of its strategic development, with scope to supervise junior team members and become a senior leader in time.

Who we’re looking for

• 5+ PQE solicitor with solid civil litigation experience
• Strong track record in contract and negligence disputes
• Able to manage 60+ case files independently with strategic decision-making
• Entrepreneurial and proactive
• Comfortable with business development, or willing to get involved
• Keen to support others and help shape the direction of a growing team
• Move from personal injury work to civil litigation work

What you’ll be doing

• Handle your own flexible caseload
• Advising on case viability, providing quotes, and overseeing files end to end
• Getting involved in internal projects (yes, even the office padel tournament!)
• Working closely with the Partner and wider team on developing the litigation offering
• Optional opportunity to supervise more junior staff as the team grows

Salary & Benefits

• £45,000–£55,000 depending on experience
• 10% bonus on any billing above target
• Corporate gym membership
• Tech-enabled infrastructure and modern working tools
• Regular 1:1s with equity partners
• Well-networked leadership team offering referral support

📩 Contact Jemma Davies

Call 03300 245 606 or email jemma.davies@realmrecruit.com to apply or find out more in confidence.