Job Details

Overview

A well-established regional law firm is seeking a proactive and experienced Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of litigation matters while contributing to the growth and development of a forward-thinking department.

The Role and Responsibilities

• Commercial and residential landlord and tenant disputes
• Consumer law matters
• Boundary disputes
• Contentious probate matters
• You will also support the department's marketing initiatives to promote the firm's reputation and grow the client base

Key Responsibilities

• Generate new work and maintain high-quality service for existing clients
• Develop and enhance the Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Department, encouraging cross-referrals across offices and practice areas
• Achieve fee income targets and departmental objectives
• Keep up to date with legislation and best practice in civil and commercial litigation
• Manage billing, cash flow, and daily time records accurately
• Perform fee-earning work in line with the firms quality and risk procedures

Person Specification

Essential

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• Experience managing a busy caseload and working autonomously
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop strong client relationships
• Willingness and ability to undertake advocacy
• Strong organisational skills and problem-solving abilities
• Able to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Professional, positive, flexible, and a team player

Desirable

• Experience with SOS Connect or other case management systems

Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Staff discount on legal and wealth management services
• Income protection
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Salary exchange pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme