Litigation Solicitor

Are you a Litigation Solicitor looking to join a Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked firm offering a competitive salary, private health cover with Bupa, pension, health cash plan, life assurance, flexible and hybrid working, performance-related bonus, excellent training and career progression, and more? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing specialist Litigation team with an established caseload from day one and genuine scope to play a key role in the future growth of the department.About the Firm: • Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked multi-office law firm • Advises a broad client base including private individuals, developers, banks, builders, retailers, charities and professional services firms • Strong reputation for excellent client service and high professional standards • Supportive, fair and collaborative culture with a genuine focus on wellbeing and work-life balanceLitigation Solicitor - Position Overview: You will join a busy fee-earning Litigation team handling a varied caseload of contractual, property and building disputes from pre-issue through to resolution. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who can manage matters with minimum supervision, support junior colleagues and contribute actively to business development.Key Responsibilities of the Litigation Solicitor: • Running and managing your own caseload of litigation matters • Handling contractual disputes, building disputes and property disputes • Advising on claims involving commercial and residential rented and leased properties • Managing both issued and pre-issued matters through to conclusion • Interacting directly with clients, managing expectations and meeting deadlines • Delegating work effectively to trainee solicitors and paralegals where appropriate • Working collaboratively with other departments and supporting cross-referrals • Participating in business development, networking and client relationship building • Maintaining accurate files and complying with quality and risk management procedures • Supporting knowledge sharing, team collaboration and wider departmental growthRequirements of the Litigation Solicitor: • Qualified Solicitor with 2-5 years' PQE • Strong experience in litigation with ability to manage a busy caseload independently • In-depth knowledge of the CPR is essential • Working knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 and Housing Acts beneficial • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong IT skills including Outlook, Word and Excel • Commercially aware with a strong grasp of financial fundamentals • Confident client-facing manner with excellent client care skills • Collaborative, proactive and enthusiastic about networking and business development • High-quality technical and educational backgroundThe Benefits for the Litigation Solicitor role: • Competitive salary • Private Health Cover with Bupa • Pension Scheme • Health Cash Plan via Medicash • Life Assurance • Flexible and hybrid working • Excellent training and career progression • Performance-related bonus • Referral bonus • IT and home office support • Health and wellbeing support • And more If you are a Litigation Solicitor looking to join a progressive and highly regarded firm with exciting growth plans, apply today. Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference BH-37689 PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.