Civil Litigation Solicitor

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected regional law firm in South Wales seeks a proactive Civil Litigation Solicitor (NQ to 3 Years PQE) to join their growing team in Neath. This role offers the opportunity to handle a diverse range of civil disputes, with strong support and mentoring for career development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Sick pay and enhanced leave benefits with service

Access to legal and financial services support

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 0-3 years' PQE.
• Solid grounding in litigation, ideally gained during training or post-qualification.
• A team player with proactive and client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of civil disputes including property issues.
• Assist senior lawyers on complex matters and draft legal documents.
• Attend client meetings and court hearings.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Strong organisational ability

Client-focused approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Civil Litigation Solicitor- NQ to 3 Years PQE
Location: Neath
Salary: £33,000- £40,000 (depending on experience)

A respected regional law firm in South Wales is looking to appoint a proactive and ambitious Civil Litigation Solicitor to join their growing team in Neath. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified to 3-year PQE solicitor looking to build their litigation career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

The Opportunity:
The successful candidate will join a busy litigation department handling a broad range of civil matters. The role offers strong mentoring and long-term development, making it ideal for someone keen to gain solid, hands-on experience in all aspects of dispute resolution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload of civil disputes including property issues, contractual disagreements, and landlord & tenant matters
• Assist senior lawyers on complex or high-value matters
• Draft court documents, witness statements, and client correspondence
• Attend client meetings, court hearings, and mediations
• Undertake legal research and contribute to case strategies
• Maintain accurate files, billing records, and regulatory compliance
• Support business development and client retention initiatives

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 0-3 years' PQE

• Solid grounding in litigation, ideally gained during training or post-qualification

• Commercial awareness and excellent communication skills

• Detail-oriented with strong organisational ability

• A team player with a proactive and client-focused approach

What's on Offer:

• A clear pathway for progression and professional growth

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Sick pay and enhanced leave benefits with service

• Access to legal and financial services support

• Employee assistance programme

• Competitive salary and benefits in line with experience

This is a great fit for someone looking to join a highly regarded team with strong local ties and a genuine focus on quality client service over volume.

Interested?
If you'd like a confidential discussion about this role or others in the South Wales region, get in touch with Nicole Smith- Managing Consultant today.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.