Dispute Resolution Associate

CompanySimpson Judge

LocationManchester Area, United Kingdom

Posted At1/20/2026

UK Visa Sponsorship Analytics

Analytics are greyed out due to low classification confidence (31.0%).

Occupation Type

Warehouse operatives

Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled - Extending

Sponsorship EligibilityIneligible for Sponsorship

Above analytics are generated algorithmically based on job titles and may not always be the same as the company's job classification. You can also check detailed occupation eligibility, and salary criteria on our UK Visa Eligible Occupations & Salary Thresholds page.

Disclaimer: Hunt UK Visa Sponsors aggregates job listings from publicly available sources, such as search engines, to assist with your job hunting. We do not claim affiliation with Simpson Judge. For the most up-to-date job details, please visit the official website by clicking "Apply Now."

Description

Dispute Resolution Associate – Central Manchester

Location: Central Manchester

Level: Associate

PQE: 2–5 years

The Opportunity

I’m currently working exclusively with a top-tier Manchester law firm seeking a talented Dispute Resolution Associate to join their central Manchester office. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly respected team with a 3:2 split between contentious litigation and advisory work, providing exposure to both courtroom and transactional dispute matters.

The team handles high-quality, commercially focused disputes for a mix of corporate clients, directors, and shareholders. The firm is known for its pragmatic approach, supportive culture, and commitment to developing lawyers to the next stage of their careers.

As a Dispute Resolution Associate, you will:

Advise on a broad range of commercial disputes, including shareholder, director, and contractual matters
Conduct pre-action advice, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution
Draft pleadings, witness statements, and key legal correspondence

Support high-value and complex cases, including those with potential High Court exposure

Engage with clients directly and develop strong relationships

Collaborate with other practice areas to provide comprehensive advice

Assist in mentoring junior members of the team

The ideal candidate will:

Be a qualified solicitor with 2–5 years’ PQE in dispute resolution
Have experience across both contentious and advisory work
Be commercially minded, solutions-focused, and confident dealing with clients
Demonstrate strong drafting, research, and organisational skills
Have the ambition to progress in a top-tier disputes practice
Previous experience in a high-quality regional or national law firm is preferred, but the firm is equally interested in candidates with strong technical ability and commercial awareness.

Why This Role?

Exposure to a top-tier disputes team in a central Manchester office
Balanced 3:2 split between litigation and advisory, offering diverse experience
Early responsibility and direct client contact
Collaborative, supportive, and career-focused culture
Competitive remuneration and clear progression opportunitie

if you are interested in applying please contact Millie Ebbrell at Simpson Judge today