Civil Litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive (Birmingham)

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Davisons Law, un cabinet d'avocats reconnu, recherche un Solicitor en litige civil / Legal Executive à Birmingham. Le candidat idéal aura 2 à 5 ans d'expérience en gestion de litiges variés et sera impliqué dans le développement des affaires, le soutien des assistants et la représentation des clients. Ce poste offre une salaire compétitif et de nombreux avantages, dans une firme valorisant la diversité et le développement personnel.

Benefits

Option d'achat ou de vente de 3 jours de congés annuels

Abonnements professionnels payés

Vacances supplémentaires pendant la fermeture de Noël

Schémas d'incitations et récompenses de référence

Congé d'anniversaire avec un bon cadeau

Programme de soins de santé Paycare

Frais juridiques réduits

Participation à des événements sociaux

Qualifications

• Minimum de 2 à 5 ans d'expérience PQE en tant que Solicitor en litige civil ou Legal Executive.
• Expérience dans les litiges de construction et commerciaux préférée.

Responsibilities

• Gérer un cas avec une supervision minimale.
• Préparer des documents juridiques et représenter les clients au tribunal.
• Maintenir des relations professionnelles étroites avec les clients.

Skills

Gestion des litiges

Communication

Compétences organisationnelles

Compétences en informatique

Esprit commercial

Education

Solicitor qualification (PQE 2-5 ans)

Job description

About Davisons Law

Davisons Law is a leading law firm with a strong presence in Civil Litigation law. The firm is known for its client-focused approach, high-quality legal services, and investment in our team’s personal and career development. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Civil Litigation Solicitor / Legal Executive at our office in Cotteridge, Birmingham to join a supportive team and gain hands-on experience in civil litigation.

What you’ll do

When you join the Davisons Law team as a Civil Litigation Solicitor / Legal Executive, you will manage your own caseload with minimal supervision. The successful candidate will handle a variety of civil disputes, providing legal advice and representation for clients in matters including but not limited to company and partnership disputes, contract disputes, consumer disputes, and preferably with experience in building & construction disputes and general commercial disputes.

You will have a minimum of 2 to 5 years PQE as a Civil Litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong professional working relationships with new and existing clients.
• Manage own work allocation; must have proven track record as a Civil Litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive.
• Prepare legal documents.
• Attend and represent clients in court when requested.
• Gather evidence to support the client's case.
• Process cases on a timely and cost-effective basis.
• Maintain strong organisational skills, be IT literate, and experienced in using web-based case management systems.
• Be commercially astute, understanding the importance of business targets and their impact on the practice, generating income in line with targets.
• Support and develop assistants and paralegals within the Civil Litigation department.
• Have experience in building & construction disputes and general commercial disputes.
• Handle client enquiries face-to-face, remotely, and by telephone.

What’s in it for you:

Working with Davisons Law offers more than just a job. We provide opportunities to develop and shape your future with us. Employees can follow our Leadership or Technical career paths.

We offer a competitive salary plus access to excellent benefits, including:

• Option to buy or sell 3 days of annual leave.
• Paid professional subscriptions.
• Additional holiday during Christmas shutdown.
• Incentives schemes and referral rewards.
• Your birthday off plus a birthday gift voucher.
• Paycare Health Cash Scheme.
• Discounted legal fees.
• Participation in social events, dress down days, Christmas celebration, and local events.

Equal opportunities

Davisons Law is a committed equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves, respected for their strengths and experiences. All applicants and employees are treated equally regardless of gender, marital status, or beliefs.

Additional information:

Please note, for some vacancies, the closing date may be moved forward due to high application volumes. Employment is subject to various checks once an offer is accepted.

Join Davisons Law as a Civil Litigation Solicitor / Legal Executive and be part of a firm that values you, offers opportunities to act with purpose, and thrive.