Full job descriptionCivil Litigation Solicitor (5+ PQE)
Location: East Midlands (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: Competitive, DOE (Dependent on Experience)
Bonus: Performance-Related Bonus Scheme
Benefits: 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, Pension, Death in Service, Private Healthcare
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Civil Litigation Solicitor to join a well-established and growing law firm in the East Midlands. This role offers a clear progression pathway to Partnership and would suit an ambitious solicitor looking to take the next step in their career while developing a team and client base.
The successful candidate will ideally have a strong litigation background with exposure to property-related disputes, although candidates with broader civil litigation experience will also be considered.
The Role
You will manage a varied caseload of civil litigation matters while playing a key role in supervising and mentoring junior fee earners, assistants, and consultants within the department.
Typical matters may include:
*Property litigation and boundary disputes
*Landlord and tenant disputes
*Contract disputes
*Debt recovery
*Professional negligence claims
*Commercial litigation matters
*General civil disputes
Key Responsibilities
*Managing a diverse caseload of civil litigation matters from instruction through to resolution.
*Advising clients on litigation strategy, risks, and costs.
*Conducting negotiations, mediations, and settlement discussions.
*Drafting legal documents, pleadings, witness statements, and correspondence.
*Representing clients at hearings where appropriate.
*Supervising and supporting assistants, paralegals, and consultant solicitors.
*Assisting with departmental growth and business development initiatives.
*Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
*Contributing towards the firm’s long-term strategic objectives.
Candidate Requirements
*Qualified Solicitor with ideally 5+ years’ PQE.
*Strong experience in Civil Litigation.
*Property Litigation experience would be highly advantageous.
*Proven ability to manage a caseload independently.
*Experience supervising or mentoring junior team members.
*Excellent communication and client care skills.
*Commercial awareness and business development capability.
*Ambition to progress into a future leadership or Partnership position.
What’s on Offer
*Competitive salary dependent on experience.
*Clear and transparent progression route to Partnership.
*Hybrid working arrangement.
*Performance-related bonus scheme.
*25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
*Company pension scheme.
*Death in Service cover.
*Private healthcare.
*Supportive and collaborative working environment.
*Genuine opportunity to influence and shape the future growth of the department.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Civil Litigation Solicitor seeking long-term career progression within a forward-thinking East Midlands firm that genuinely invests in its people and future leaders.