Senior Dispute Resolution Solicitor
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- England,South East,Surrey,Guildford
- Full Time, Permanent
- £60,000 - £75,000 per annum
Job Description:
Senior Dispute Resolution Solicitor
Guildford
A legal 500 firm is seeking a talented Senior Dispute Resolution Solicitor to lead their experienced and well regarded Dispute Resolution team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior legal professional with a strong background in commercial and civil litigation to step into a pivotal leadership role, managing a team of four and overseeing a broad range of complex, high-value disputes.
You’ll bring proven experience, strategic insight, and a confident, commercial mindset to help us continue to deliver first class service to their clients, ranging from SMEs and partnerships to private individuals and professionals.
What You’ll Be Doing
*Lead and manage a small team of lawyers, overseeing their caseloads and providing mentorship, guidance, and support.
*Handle your own portfolio of high-quality matters including contractual disputes, shareholder and partnership issues, professional negligence, property and construction disputes, and contentious probate.
*Advise and represent clients through litigation, mediation, and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.
*Drive operational excellence, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and client-focused service.
*Contribute to business development and strategic planning for the department.
*Play an integral role in the senior management of the firm, collaborating across departments to a strong reputation in the market.
About You
*A qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 10+ years’ post-qualification experience in dispute resolution or litigation.
*A natural leader with a passion for developing and mentoring others.
*Proven experience managing a team or leading complex multi-party litigation.
*Commercially astute with excellent client-facing and negotiation skills.
*A confident communicator and strategic thinker who can handle complex matters with professionalism and clarity.
*Able to demonstrate a solid track record of delivering results and adding value to clients.
Why Join?
*Reputation: Long-established, Lexcel-accredited firm with a strong and loyal client base across Surrey and beyond.
*Quality Work: A stimulating caseload including a wide variety of commercial and civil disputes.
*Collaborative Culture: Supportive, professional environment with a real focus on quality, balance, and personal development.
*Career Progression: This is a senior position with the potential to contribute at partnership level.
*Flexible Working: Hybrid options and a positive approach to work-life balance.
Guildford
A legal 500 firm is seeking a talented Senior Dispute Resolution Solicitor to lead their experienced and well regarded Dispute Resolution team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior legal professional with a strong background in commercial and civil litigation to step into a pivotal leadership role, managing a team of four and overseeing a broad range of complex, high-value disputes.
You’ll bring proven experience, strategic insight, and a confident, commercial mindset to help us continue to deliver first class service to their clients, ranging from SMEs and partnerships to private individuals and professionals.
What You’ll Be Doing
*Lead and manage a small team of lawyers, overseeing their caseloads and providing mentorship, guidance, and support.
*Handle your own portfolio of high-quality matters including contractual disputes, shareholder and partnership issues, professional negligence, property and construction disputes, and contentious probate.
*Advise and represent clients through litigation, mediation, and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.
*Drive operational excellence, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and client-focused service.
*Contribute to business development and strategic planning for the department.
*Play an integral role in the senior management of the firm, collaborating across departments to a strong reputation in the market.
About You
*A qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 10+ years’ post-qualification experience in dispute resolution or litigation.
*A natural leader with a passion for developing and mentoring others.
*Proven experience managing a team or leading complex multi-party litigation.
*Commercially astute with excellent client-facing and negotiation skills.
*A confident communicator and strategic thinker who can handle complex matters with professionalism and clarity.
*Able to demonstrate a solid track record of delivering results and adding value to clients.
Why Join?
*Reputation: Long-established, Lexcel-accredited firm with a strong and loyal client base across Surrey and beyond.
*Quality Work: A stimulating caseload including a wide variety of commercial and civil disputes.
*Collaborative Culture: Supportive, professional environment with a real focus on quality, balance, and personal development.
*Career Progression: This is a senior position with the potential to contribute at partnership level.
*Flexible Working: Hybrid options and a positive approach to work-life balance.
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Company Details:
Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Company size: 50–99 employees
Industry: Recruitment Consultancy
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