Commercial Litigation Solicitor

ENL Legal Recruitment; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Job summary

ENL Legal Recruitment is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor in Cheltenham. The role offers a varied caseload across commercial and civil disputes, property-related matters, and ADR, with responsibilities to own cases and support junior lawyers.

The firm emphasises client relationships and business development within a collaborative team. The successful candidate will have 5+ years PQE, strong drafting and advocacy skills, and a pragmatic, commercially minded approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years PQE in commercial litigation.
• Experience across a broad range of contentious matters.
• Strong client relationships and business development mindset.

Responsibilities

• Advise a broad portfolio of clients across disputes.
• Manage a varied caseload including commercial/civil litigation, property disputes, contentious probate and ADR.
• Own caseload and mentor junior lawyers within the team.

Skills

PQE 5+ yrs

Commercial litigation

Drafting/negotiation

Client advisory

Mentoring juniors

Communication

Business development

Job description

Commercial Litigation Solicitor, 5+ Years PQE, Cheltenham, £65,000+ (DOE) - We're looking for an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join a growing Dispute Resolution team in Cheltenham. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused lawyer who enjoys handling a varied caseload, building strong client relationships and working as part of a collaborative, high-performing team. REF:4687

THE ROLE:

• You will advise a broad portfolio of clients, ranging from businesses and entrepreneurs to charities, trusts and private individuals, across a wide variety of contentious matters.
• You will be responsible for a varied caseload to include commercial and civil litigation, property-related disputes, contentious probate matters and alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and negotiated settlements.
• You will take ownership of your own caseload while working alongside senior colleagues on larger and more complex matters where appropriate.
• As an experienced member of the team, you\'ll also have opportunities to support and mentor junior lawyers, helping to develop talent across the department.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Applications are sought from Commercial Litigation Solicitors with a minimum of 5 Years PQE.
• Strong technical knowledge across commercial and civil disputes.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Experience advising clients through every stage of the litigation process, from early strategy through to trial or settlement.
• The ability to work effectively with counsel and other professional advisers.
• Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to resolving disputes.
• Outstanding communication skills and a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
• An interest in networking, business development and contributing to the continued growth of the team and firm.

ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Hybrid working arrangements

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate