Harrison-Drury is a market-leading firm of solicitors with offices in Lancashire, Cumbria, and Staffordshire. We’re delighted to be named one of the UK’s Best Companies to work for, for the third year running, placing at number 40 in the Top 100 Best Mid-Sized Companies to work for list. We also ranked 10th in the Best Companies to work for in the Law sector — achievements that reflect our commitment to creating a supportive, people-focused workplace.

We are an employer of choice because we have a culture that challenges the conventional law firm approach and focuses our energy on getting great results for our clients, while attracting and developing brilliant people.

Harrison Drury Solicitors is seeking a qualified Solicitor / Associate with over 5 years PQE and proven experience in commercial dispute resolution to help grow our Manchester office.

This is a strategic opportunity for someone entrepreneurial and ambitious. We are looking for a candidate who can generate their own work through their network, while also leveraging our established contacts in Manchester. The ability to bring clients and actively contribute to business development is essential.

The Role

• You will play a key part in building and shaping our Dispute Resolution offering in Manchester. Responsibilities include:
• Developing and growing your own client base, while exploiting our existing contacts in the region
• Managing and progressing cases in line with compliance and procedural requirements
• Providing clear, commercially‑focused advice to clients
• Drafting documents and strategies for complex matters
• Attending court/tribunal hearings and liaising with Counsel and experts
• Collaborating with colleagues across the firm to cross‑refer work and build client relationships
• Contributing to the wider business development and marketing of the team

Skills & Experience

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Qualified Solicitor / Associate (minimum 5 years PQE)
• Strong background in commercial dispute resolution and ADR
• Proven ability to generate work and bring clients with you
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commercial awareness and a client‑focused approach
• Confidence working independently and within a team
• Flexibility and adaptability in handling varied work

Desirable:

• Experience in business development and marketing activity
• Knowledge of insolvency disputes

Benefits

At Harrison Drury, we believe in rewarding our people and supporting their wellbeing. Benefits include:

• Hybrid working policy 
• Commitment to a maximum of 1,200 chargeable hours per annum
• Employee bonus scheme and annual pay review
• Medicash health benefits cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Holiday entitlement increases with length of service
• Paid time off for voluntary work (2 days per year)
• Free conveyancing for the purchase/sale of your primary residence
• Free individual or mirror Wills
• Employee referral scheme
• Biannual promotion and salary uplift application process
• Regular social events, including our annual Christmas party and staff recognition awards