Experienced Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive

Experienced Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive

The firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join our expanding Actions Against the Police team (RETRAIN). Full training will be provided for candidates with no experience in this area.

An attractive package up to £70,000 p.a. is on offer for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Running a caseload from inception to conclusion, including investigations, obtaining expert evidence, drafting Letters of Claim, settlement negotiations, drafting pleadings and litigating as appropriate;
• Vetting and risk assessing new cases coming into the department;
• Working to deadlines;
• Providing a high level of client service.

Experience Requirements

• Experience running Actions Against the Police caseload is required but not essential as full training will be provided;
• Minimum of 2 years of experience running a litigated caseload is essential;
• Experience with Proclaim is preferred however full training can be provided.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements;
• Flexi-time and agile working options to support a healthy work-life balance;
• 22 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays;
• Paid office closure between Christmas and New Year (providing two or three additional paid days, depending on the calendar year);
• Birthday leave - have your special day off on us to enjoy with your family and friends.

• Annual Christmas Party;
• Team-building initiatives, such as our Charity Snowdon Expedition;
• Organised fundraising days and charitable activities.

• Auto-enrolment into the workplace pension scheme;
• Performance-related bonus (role dependent);
• Dress Down Fridays;
• Trainee Solicitor opportunities, supporting professional qualification and development;
• Paid study leave;
• Annual appraisals focused on performance, development, and career progression;
• Review Champion Scheme - recognising and rewarding positive client feedback.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to £70,000 per year.