Civil & Property Litigation Solicitor - NQ-2 PQE

Johnson May Solicitors; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Johnson May Solicitors in Beckenham is seeking an NQ-2 PQE Civil and Property Litigation Solicitor to join a client-focused, growth-minded team. You will handle a varied civil and property caseload with supervision and development support from the Head of Department.

With hybrid working (2 days in the Beckenham office, 3 days at home) and direct client contact, you will build your practice, develop relationships and contribute to the firm's ongoing growth while gaining autonomy as you progress.

Qualifications

• Must be a solicitor qualified in England & Wales (NQ–2 PQE).
• Experience in civil and property litigation preferred but not essential.
• Strong drafting and client-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with civil and property litigation matters under supervision.
• Advise clients from pre-action through proceedings, negotiation and settlement.
• Draft substantive correspondence, pleadings, witness statements and court documents.
• Manage court directions, deadlines and procedural requirements.
• Develop client relationships and advise on strategy, risk and settlement.
• Supervise junior tasks and support WIP/billing controls.

Skills

Client-facing

Attention to detail

Networking

Drafting

Education

England & Wales Solicitor (NQ–2 PQE)

Job description

About the Opportunity

Johnson May Solicitors is a growing boutique litigation firm based in Beckenham, recognised in Chambers UK 2026 and 2027 for its work with SMEs.

We are looking for an NQ-2 PQE Civil and Property Litigation Solicitor to join our friendly, client-focused practice and develop their litigation career with support and guidance from the Head of Department.

The role offers a varied caseload including property litigation, landlord and tenant disputes, contractual and business disputes, professional negligence claims and general civil litigation, with direct client contact and the opportunity to develop greater autonomy and responsibility as experience grows.

For someone looking to build their professional profile as well as their caseload, there is genuine scope to network, develop professional relationships, contribute ideas and play a meaningful part in the continued growth of the firm.

The Role

• Assisting with and proactively progressing civil and property litigation matters under appropriate supervision.
• Advising clients from pre-action through proceedings, negotiation and settlement.
• Drafting substantive correspondence, pleadings, witness statements and court documents.
• Managing court directions, deadlines and procedural requirements.
• Developing your ability to advise clients on strategy, risk and settlement and working with Counsel and experts where appropriate.
• Developing strong and lasting client relationships.
• Developing effective control of WIP, billing and funds on account.

Junior team members handle routine debt recovery work and other delegated tasks under supervision, allowing the solicitor to focus on substantive litigation while developing their own experience and, where appropriate, supervisory skills.

Support and guidance from the Head of Department are available, including on complex or strategic matters.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• A solicitor qualified in England & Wales, from NQ to 2 years' PQE.
• Interested in developing their career in civil and property litigation.
• Keen to take increasing responsibility for progressing matters as their experience develops.
• A strong and careful drafter with a good understanding of civil procedure.
• Client-focused, approachable and personable.
• Practical, organised and commercially aware.
• Interested in networking, developing professional relationships and contributing to the growth of the practice.

Previous civil litigation experience, whether gained during a training seat, as a paralegal or following qualification, is desirable but not essential. Experience of property litigation, landlord and tenant disputes, contractual or business disputes, professional negligence or debt recovery would also be welcome but is not essential.

What We Offer

• £40,000-£60,000 depending on experience.
• Direct client relationships and increasing responsibility as your experience develops.
• A varied civil and property litigation caseload.
• Junior support for routine debt recovery and delegated work.
• The opportunity to develop greater autonomy and, where appropriate, supervisory experience.
• Hybrid working - 2 days per week in our Beckenham office and 3 days working from home.
• Opportunities to network and develop your professional profile.
• A meaningful role in the growth of a Chambers-ranked boutique practice.
• A friendly, collaborative and client-focused working environment.

Location

Our office is based in Beckenham, with hybrid working comprising 2 days per week in the office and 3 days working from home.