Commercial Litigation Legal Director / Partner

Commercial Litigation Legal Director / Partner | strong firm | Nottingham An ambitious and dynamic law firm based in Nottingham (with national reach) is seeking a commercial litigation leader to drive and grow their disputes offering. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a firm with strong growth plans, excellent client relationships and a clear track to senior leadership. As Legal Director / Partner in Commercial Litigation you will: · Lead a team managing complex commercial disputes (including contract claims, shareholder/partner disputes, professional negligence, business torts and regulatory litigation) for clients across the UK. · Develop and deliver business development strategy: build your own client panel, grow new work streams and deepen existing client relationships. · Mentor, supervise and develop junior and mid-level litigators; shape the team's culture, processes and standards. · Act as an ambassador for the firm in the local / regional market (Midlands / Nottinghamshire), and contribute to the wider firm leadership as appropriate. · Combine fee-earning activity with strategic/operational responsibilities, with a path to full equity partner or senior shareholder status. You will bring: · Significant PQE (minimum c. 8-12+ years, ideally more) in commercial litigation in private practice or a highly commercial in-house/outsourced setting. · Proven track record of handling substantial and complex commercial disputes from start to finish (pleadings, disclosure, trial/arbitration, strategy and settlement) and a demonstrable ability to generate and develop business. · Commercial awareness and client-focused approach: you understand how disputes impact clients' businesses, and you can advise accordingly, not just technically. · Strong leadership and mentoring skills: you'll be comfortable managing a team, delegating work, training others, and contributing to the broader growth of the firm. · Entrepreneurial mindset: you have ambition, energy and drive, and relish the opportunity to build something within a firm that supports your growth. What's on Offer: · Competitive base salary + attractive profit share/partner remuneration model. · Significant autonomy: influence, shape and lead the disputes practice rather than just being a case handler. · Clear path to equity or senior leadership - this isn't a "steady state" position, it's for someone who wants to grow. · Established firm brand combined with an entrepreneurial, collaborative culture: you'll have high-quality work and great clients, but also freedom to innovate. · Flexible working, with a hybrid model and strong quality of life ethos balanced with high-performance expectations. · Excellent support: you'll have access to sufficient resource, comfortable infrastructure and the opportunity to build your team. Apply Now! To be considered for this Commercial Litigation vacancy in Nottingham apply here with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Lauren Evans BCL Legal for further information. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.