Solicitor - Contract & Commercial Litigation - Cardiff - PQE 2+

Solicitor - Contract & Commercial Litigation - Cardiff - PQE 2+

Location: Cardiff (Hybrid or Fully Remote Options)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full time

Salary: £40,000 to £55,000

A national law firm is seeking a Contract & Commercial Litigation Solicitor or FCILEx to join its busy and supportive Contract Resolution Group within the Civil Litigation Division. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a varied caseload of civil and commercial litigation matters in a collaborative environment that values flexibility, quality work and professional development.

The Role

You'll be responsible for managing a diverse caseload of civil litigation matters (excluding personal injury), including:

• Contract disputes arising from the sale of goods and services
• Commercial and consumer contract claims
• Misrepresentation
• Professional negligence
• Construction and building contract disputes
• Fast, intermediate and multi track matters
• Acting for both Claimants and Defendants
• Liaising with clients by phone and in person
• Progressing files using the firm's case management system
• Managing billing and invoicing

You will work closely with experienced senior lawyers and benefit from a supportive team culture focused on development and high quality service.

Candidate Requirements

• PQE experience in civil or commercial litigation
• Strong experience advising on contract based disputes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively
• A pragmatic, solutions focused approach
• Confidence managing your own caseload
• IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and case management systems
• Experience working with insurer funded clients (desirable)

Qualifications

• Solicitor (LLB/CILEx route), or
• FCILEx, or
• Equivalent experience

Benefits

• Excellent annual leave and wellbeing benefits
• Health Cash Plan and lifestyle perks, including gym benefits
• Work life balance and "Dress for Your Day" culture
• Recognition and referral schemes
• Clear development pathways and routes to qualification
• A strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and sustainability

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

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The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.