Legal Director

Job Title: Legal Director – Commercial Litigation

Location: Manchester (3 days office / 2 days remote)

Salary: Competitive – Dependent on Experience (DOE)

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Director to join a leading and highly regarded Public Liability team based in Manchester. This is a senior leadership role suited to a commercially astute and technically strong litigator who is looking to play a strategic role within a growing practice.

Working on a hybrid basis (3 days in the Manchester office and 2 days remote), you will lead complex, high-value public liability matters while contributing to team development, client relationship management, and overall departmental strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a caseload of complex and high-value public liability claims
• Provide strategic oversight and technical guidance on litigated matters
• Supervise and mentor senior associates, associates, and junior team members
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with insurer and corporate clients
• Contribute to business development initiatives and client growth strategies
• Support operational management, financial performance, and case profitability
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal risk procedures
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings where required

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (8+ years PQE preferred)
• Significant experience handling defendant public liability claims
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Strong commercial awareness and client relationship skills
• Excellent technical knowledge of litigation procedures and CPR
• A strategic mindset with the ability to drive team performance and growth
• Confident communicator with strong negotiation and advocacy skills

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Clear strategic leadership role within a growing team
• High-quality, complex work
• Supportive and collaborative culture
• Genuine opportunity to influence team direction and growth

If you are an experienced in Commercial Litigation at at Senior Level please contact Millie Ebbrell at Simpson Judge