Head of Commercial Litigation (Insolvency Focus)

Head of Commercial Litigation (Insolvency Focus) - 10+ PQE

Location: Carter Lane, London (Office-Based)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £120,000 - £125,000

About the Role
We are working with a growing and ambitious London-based firm seeking a Head of Commercial Litigation with strong insolvency experience to lead and develop its disputes offering. This is a key leadership hire, offering the opportunity to take ownership of an established team while driving strategic growth and financial performance.This role combines departmental leadership with hands-on fee earning, making it ideal for a senior solicitor with 10+ years PQE who is confident handling complex commercial disputes and contentious insolvency matters. You will be expected to bring work with you or demonstrate a proven ability to generate new business and build a profitable practice.

Key Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for leading the department and delivering both strategic and operational success, including:
• Developing and implementing departmental strategy aligned with firm objectives
• Managing budgets, financial performance, and recovery of fees
• Driving business development, networking, and cross-referrals
• Handling complex commercial litigation and contentious insolvency matters
• Investigating and pursuing claims arising from insolvency, including misfeasance, transactions at undervalue, preferential payments, and wrongful or fraudulent trading
• Monitoring KPIs, performance metrics, and departmental reporting
• Ensuring compliance with firm policies, regulatory standards, and audits
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of solicitors and support staff
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding, and training in collaboration with HR
• Managing departmental risk and improving systems and processes
• Delivering high standards of client service and communication

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with 10+ years PQE
• Strong technical expertise in commercial litigation and contentious insolvency
• Proven experience managing or leading a legal team or department
• Demonstrable business development experience and ability to generate work
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Commercially aware with solid financial and analytical ability
• Ability to manage complex caseloads alongside leadership responsibilities
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Benefits and Progression
• Highly competitive salary package
• Opportunity to lead and shape a growing department
• Clear progression into senior leadership within the firm
• Hybrid working model post-probation (3 days in office)
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

How to Apply
Send your CV to info@legalprorecruitment.com and we'll be in touch.