Commercial Dispute Resolution Solicitor

Flint Bishop; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Great working environment

Career Development opportunities

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Options to buy & sell 1 week’s holiday

Extra day off for your birthday

Staff discounts on legal services

Monthly food on site for all staff

Social days and evenings

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking a Commercial Dispute Resolution Solicitor to join their dynamic team in Derby. This role involves managing a diverse caseload of complex litigation, fostering excellent client relationships, and contributing to departmental growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong legal background with at least a 2:1 degree and experience in commercial disputes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a 2:1 legal degree required.
• Experience in Commercial Litigation is essential.
• Ability to manage complex client matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters.
• Ensure high level of client care and communication.
• Conduct legal research and support on complex matters.

Skills

Commercial Litigation

Client Care

Time Management

Communication

Education

2:1 legal degree

Tools

Microsoft Suite

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Department: Commercial Dispute Resolution

Location: Derby, UK

Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Commercial Dispute Resolution team as a Solicitor.

We are accepting applications from Solicitors, Associates or Senior Associates.

Our tier 1 team is one of the largest and most experienced in the Midlands, handling complex and high value disputes for a variety of local and national clients.

This role is responsible for managing a personal caseload of commercial litigation matters whilst also supporting on more complex matters with senior members of the team.

Responsible for liaising directly with clients and ensuring a high level of client care is provided at all times.

This role reports directly to the Head of Commercial Dispute Resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters that can include:
  • Contractual disputes
  • Commercial property disputes
  • Landlord & Tenant disputes
  • Professional negligence disputes
  • Debt Recovery disputes
• As well as managing a personal caseload of litigated matters, this role is responsible for supporting on more complex matters alongside senior members of the team;
• Ensure matters are kept up to date in systems and new advancements are communicated to clients and the relevant team members;
• Record all time in the Tikit system, including non-billable activities;
• Take responsibility for managing the client experience. Attend client meetings where necessary;
• Take a keen interest in business development for the department and contribute where required;
• Support departmental audits as and when required;
• Take on additional tasks as reasonably required by the Head of Commercial Dispute Resolution;
• Conduct legal research where required; and
• Demonstrate a meticulous approach with great attention to detail.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

You will:

• Have a minimum of a 2:1 legal degree;
• Have experience in Commercial Litigation;
• Be able to manage your own caseload of complex client matters;
• Demonstrate excellent commitment to client care and good technical ability;
• Have excellent time management skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines with your caseload;
• Possess excellent communication skills; and
• Have a sound knowledge of IT systems and processes, such as the Microsoft suite.
  
  

Disclosure will be required in the event that a position is offered.

The successful candidate will be required to attend an induction and a period of training at the firm’s Derby office.

Benefits

What we offer?

• Competitive salary
• Bonus potential
• Great working environment at our Derby Head offices
• Career Development opportunities
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Options to buy & sell 1 week’s holiday
• 1 week’s holiday carry over
• Extra day off for your birthday
• Staff card discount scheme for local shops
• Social days and evenings on the firm
• Monthly food on the firm for all staff
• Staff discounts on legal services

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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