Commercial Partner - #1701449
William James Recruitment

About the Job
We are pleased to present this unique opportunity to join a top-tier boutique law firm.
Commercial Partner – Manchester – Salary up to £180k
The Firm
An award-winning, values-driven law firm renowned for its client-centric approach and supportive culture is seeking an established Commercial Partner to join their Manchester office.
Join a team of senior professionals who’ve chosen to do things differently: client-focused, ego-free, and truly collaborative. With a focus placed on building long-term relationships, their culture is modern, commercial, and energising.
With a reputation for delivering innovative and business-critical solutions, the firm supports some of the most exciting and ambitious businesses.
This firm is redefining what it means to be a modern legal partner—combining deep commercial insight with a collaborative, people-first culture. With ambitious growth, a stellar client base, a strong pipeline in retail, e-commerce, and consumer-facing sectors, plus broader commercial work.
The Role
Whether you’re a seasoned Partner or a senior lawyer ready for the next step, this is a chance to build something exciting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advising on a wide range of commercial contracts, outsourcing projects, and technology-related matters.
- Working with a diverse client base, including international businesses and household names, to deliver innovative solutions.
- Leading on complex, high-value matters, providing strategic advice on business-critical issues.
- Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives.
- Taking initiative with BD and team leadership.
This role offers a unique blend of top-quality work and a supportive culture.
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven expertise in Commercial law.
- An established network and client base.
- Proven leadership and management experience.
- A strong track record of advising on complex commercial matters.
- Excellent client management and communication skills.
- A proactive and commercially-minded approach to problem-solving.
- The ability to work collaboratively within a team while managing their own workload.
The Benefits
- Salary up to £180k
- Competitive benefits package
- Generous bonus structure
- Generous annual leave package plus bank holidays and Christmas
- Company Pension
- Travel & Medical Insurance
Apply in the strictest of confidence
Dominika Holda, Recruitment Consultant (Corporate & Commercial)
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07376 640 525
E-mail: **************@williamjamesrecruitment.com
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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