Civil Litigator

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Client is a highly regarded specialist legal practice handling complex and high-value tax, commercial and contentious matters. They seek a Civil Litigator with 7–10 years’ PQE to join their specialist team in London.

This role offers the chance to work on challenging, high-value disputes within a technically strong and commercially focused environment, handling strategy, pleadings and hearings while managing cases with independence.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 7–10 years’ PQE.
• Strong civil litigation experience is essential.
• Experience handling complex commercial disputes is required.
• Experience in fraud or civil fraud is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure and litigation strategy.
• Excellent analytical, research and drafting skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex civil litigation and commercial disputes from instruction to resolution.
• Advise clients on litigation strategy, prospects and outcomes.
• Work on disputes involving fraud, breach of duty and complex commercial matters.
• Conduct detailed legal research and analyse complex evidence.
• Prepare pleadings, submissions and witness statements.
• Manage cases through court procedures and timelines.
• Liaise with barristers, experts and advisers.
• Attend hearings and conferences as required.
• Provide clear, commercially focused client advice.
• Take ownership of case strategy and manage multiple matters independently.

Skills

PQE 7-10 years

Civil litigation

Commercial disputes

Case strategy

Analytical drafting

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

My client is a highly regarded specialist legal practice handling complex and high-value tax, commercial and contentious matters. They advise sophisticated individuals, businesses and professional advisers on technically demanding disputes, often involving significant financial and commercial considerations.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Civil Litigator with 7–10 years’ PQE to join their specialist team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigator to work on challenging, high-value disputes within a technically strong and commercially focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle complex civil litigation and commercial disputes from initial instruction through to resolution
• Advise clients on litigation strategy, prospects and potential outcomes
• Work on disputes involving fraud, breach of duty, contractual issues and other complex commercial matters
• Conduct detailed legal and factual research and analyse complex evidence
• Prepare pleadings, submissions, correspondence, witness evidence and other legal documentation
• Manage cases through the relevant court and litigation procedures
• Liaise with barristers, experts, professional advisers and other stakeholders
• Attend hearings and conferences where required
• Provide clear, commercially focused advice to clients
• Manage multiple complex matters independently and take ownership of case strategy

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with 7–10 years’ PQE
• Strong civil litigation experience
• Experience handling complex commercial disputes essential
• Experience in fraud, civil fraud or related disputes advantageous but not essential
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure and litigation strategy
• Excellent analytical, research and drafting skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to assess complex evidence
• Excellent communication and client management skills
• Commercially minded with sound judgment and a practical approach
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a specialist team
• Genuine interest in complex and challenging litigation

This role would suit an experienced litigator who is looking for intellectually challenging work, greater responsibility and the opportunity to contribute to the development of a successful specialist practice.