Civil Litigation Solicitor

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Oldham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Generous holiday allowance

Birthday leave

Job summary

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is seeking a Civil Litigation Solicitor to join a growing disputes team in Oldham. You will run your own files with guidance from an experienced Head of Department and opportunities to build your profile.

You will manage a broad civil litigation caseload, take ownership from inception to resolution, and foster long-term client relationships.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales.
• 1 to 2+ years’ PQE in civil litigation and dispute resolution (or equivalent).
• Experience running matters with increasing autonomy.
• Strong drafting skills and confidence preparing litigation documents.
• Excellent time management and ability to manage a busy workload.
• Strong IT skills and experience working with a case management system.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied civil litigation and dispute resolution caseload from inception through to conclusion.
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and correspondence.
• Negotiating settlements and advising clients on strategy, risk and next steps.
• Using a case management system to progress matters efficiently and accurately.
• Managing deadlines and competing priorities with strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Supporting the wider team, including collaborating with senior colleagues and assisting with more complex matters.
• Contributing to business development and networking (where appropriate), including developing relationships that generate repeat work.

Skills

Civil litigation

Time management

Drafting

Communication

Case management

Education

Solicitor qualification England & Wales

Tools

Case management system

Job description

Civil Litigation Solicitor

Location: Oldham

Salary: £35,000 to £45,000

Experience: 1 to 2+ years PQE

The Opportunity

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious Civil Litigation Solicitor to join a growing, award-winning disputes team in Oldham. You will run your own files with support from an experienced Head of Department, with clear scope to develop your technical skills, confidence and profile.

The role offers a broad and varied civil litigation caseload, with the chance to take ownership of matters from the outset and build long-term client relationships.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing a varied civil litigation and dispute resolution caseload from inception through to conclusion

• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and correspondence

• Negotiating settlements and advising clients on strategy, risk and next steps

• Using a case management system to progress matters efficiently and accurately

• Managing deadlines and competing priorities with strong organisation and attention to detail

• Supporting the wider team, including collaborating with senior colleagues and assisting with more complex matters

• Contributing to business development and networking (where appropriate), including developing relationships that generate repeat work

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales

• 1 to 2+ years’ PQE in civil litigation and dispute resolution (or equivalent experience)

• Experience running matters with increasing autonomy

• Strong drafting skills and confidence preparing litigation documents

• Excellent time management and ability to manage a busy workload

• Strong IT skills and experience working with a case management system

Desirable

• A developing network and interest in business development and networking

• Experience across a broad range of civil disputes

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £35,000 to £45,000 (depending on experience)

• Company pension

• Generous holiday allowance

• Additional day’s leave for your birthday each year

• Death in service policy (4x salary)

• Excellent career development within a busy, growing department

About Our Client

Our client is an award-winning law firm with a growing civil litigation department. The team is known for its supportive culture, high standards and practical approach, offering solicitors the opportunity to develop quickly while running their own caseload and working closely with experienced leadership.

Location & Working Arrangements

• Oldham

• Full-time, permanent role

All applications will be handled in strict confidence.