Civil Litigation Solicitor

eNL Legal Recruitment; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 10% Annual performance-based bonus

Health and Dental insurance

Share scheme

Employee discounts and cashback

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is looking for a Civil Litigation Solicitor with at least 3 years' PQE in West Yorkshire. The role involves handling client disputes, supervising juniors, and contributing to best practices. Competitive salary up to £55,000 plus annual performance-based bonus. Ideal candidates will have experience in consumer contract disputes.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ PQE required.
• Experience in professional negligence disputes across various claim types.
• Previous experience in mentoring or team development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Act for clients on consumer contract disputes and provide legal advice.
• Supervise junior colleagues and conduct file reviews.
• Contribute to developing best practices and improving customer experience.

Skills

Handling consumer contract disputes

Supervision

Team collaboration

Using a Case Management System

Education

Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

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Civil Litigation Solicitor / 3+ PQE/ West Yorkshire / £55,000 (DOE) / This role offers a standout opportunity to develop your career within a leading firm’s civil litigation team – To apply please call Teagan on 0113 320 0575 and quote Job Ref:

JOB TITLE: Civil Litigation Solicitor

PQE REQUIRED: 3+

LOCATION: West Yorkshire

SALARY: Up to £55,000 (DOE)

THE ROLE

You will act for clients on consumer contract disputes, including new-build issues, misrepresentation and professional negligence. You will provide clear and accurate legal advice, set realistic expectations and guide clients through decisions and next steps in a straightforward and accessible way. You will take all reasonable steps to settle claims and recover costs, while keeping accurate and up-to-date system records.

Supervision of junior colleagues will be a key part of the role including reviewing correspondence and court documents, conducting weekly file reviews and providing mentoring and day‑to‑day support to build their skills. You will also contribute to continuous improvement by helping to develop best practice, enhance product performance and improve the customer experience where new ideas will be encouraged and valued.

THE CANDIDATE

You will be a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with at least 3 years’ PQE. You should have a background in handling consumer contract and professional negligence disputes across fast, intermediate and multi‑track claims. You will be able to collaborate effectively with the wider team and support others in developing their technical and complex case handling abilities. Experience using a Case Management System is essential, along with previous experience in supervision, mentoring or team development.

THE FIRM

The firm is undergoing a major period of transformation with innovation, collaboration and an outstanding customer experience shaping its future. Its legal teams are central to this journey, supporting clients through some of life’s most difficult moments by combining empathy with strong technical expertise. They work in a fast-paced environment that remains genuinely supportive.

PACKAGE

• Up to 10% Annual performance-based bonus
• Additional optional Health and Dental insurance
• Buy as you earn share scheme
• Employee discounts and cashback

HOW TO APPLY

Contact Teagan Portas at eNL on 0113 320 0575 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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