Civil Litigator - Essex

BWF Legal Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal firm in England is seeking an experienced Civil Litigator to manage a diverse caseload primarily in contentious probate. This role offers autonomy in caseload management, the chance for career growth, and a collaborative work environment. Ideal candidates will have 3-4 years PQE, strong interpersonal skills, and a proactive approach. Benefits include a competitive salary, impressive bonus structure, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Impressive bonus structure

Workplace pension scheme

Season parking ticket

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 to 4 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience within civil litigation and ideally contentious probate matters.
• Proactive, well-organised, and commercially aware.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of civil litigation matters.
• Take ownership of files from initial instruction through to resolution.
• Collaborate with colleagues and work independently to deliver a high-quality service.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Civil litigation

Contentious probate

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Education

3-4 years PQE

Job description

Are you a Civil Litigator looking to take on more work in contentious probate and broaden your litigation expertise? If so, this role offers the opportunity to take full ownership of your own caseload, working with autonomy while still being part of a collaborative and supportive team. For the right candidate, there is genuine potential for long-term career growth, including involvement in succession planning and the chance to play a key role in shaping the future of the department.

Position Overview
You will play a crucial role in managing a caseload of general civil litigation matters, as well as contentious probate, and your expertise will be instrumental in providing strategic advice to a wide range of clients and ensuring the effective resolution of their issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of civil litigation matters
• Take ownership of files from initial instruction through to resolution, ensuring timely and effective case management
• Collaborate with colleagues and work independently to deliver a high-quality service
• Build and maintain strong client relationships

Requirements

• Ideally you will have a minimum of 3 to 4 years PQE
• Experienced within civil litigation and ideally experience in contentious probate matters
• Proactive, well-organised and commercially aware approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build a rapport with clients and colleagues

Company Overview
Our client is a successfully run high street firm that combines traditional values with a modern, forward-thinking ethos. They are committed to providing a friendly service to their clients. They boast an impressive retention of employees due to their very friendly and flexible approach to their teams needs. This is an exciting time to join this firm as they look to expand the business over the next twelve to eighteen months.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Impressive and highly competitive bonus structure
• Workplace pension scheme
• Season parking ticket
• Hybrid working

Alongside these benefits, you'll be part of a supportive and professional team that values each individual's contribution. The firm fosters a friendly and collaborative work environment, where you can develop your skills and advance your career.

How to Apply
If you are a Civil Litigator with a passion for delivering an excellent service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your CV to [e-mail] or contact Kingsley Raffael on 01279 464455.