Job description
We are working in partnership with a growing and highly regarded law firm to appoint a Solicitor or Associate into its Litigation team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated litigator to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team, handling a diverse caseload while contributing to the continued growth of the department.
The Role
You will manage a varied and engaging caseload, advising clients across a broad range of contentious matters, including:
• Commercial litigation
• Property disputes
• Insolvency matters
• Contractual disputes
• General civil litigation matters
The position offers a strong mix of fee-earning responsibility, client contact, and involvement in wider team development.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage your own litigation caseload from instruction through to resolution
• Provide clear, commercially focused legal advice to clients
• Conduct advocacy where appropriate and instruct Counsel when required
• Supervise and support Trainees and Paralegals
• Assist Partners with mentoring, workflow management, and quality assurance
• Maintain high standards of client care and file compliance
• Take ownership of financials, including billing, WIP and debt recovery
• Support business development activity and build client relationships
• Contribute to departmental improvements, precedents, and internal knowledge sharing
• Collaborate with colleagues across the wider firm
The Successful Candidate
• Qualified Solicitor (NQ–4 years PQE) with litigation experience
• Strong working knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and SRA regulations
• Confident managing matters independently
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Commercially aware with a client-focused approach
• Organised, detail-oriented, and able to prioritise effectively
• An interest in mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to team success