Contracts Litigator

CRA Consulting; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal and insurance business is seeking a Contracts Litigator to manage consumer contract disputes and professional negligence claims. The role offers a hybrid working model, a competitive salary, and an employee benefits package that includes extensive holidays, a pension plan, and a bonus scheme. Successful candidates will possess at least 3 years of PQE and the ability to independently manage caseloads, along with providing mentorship to junior staff.

Benefits

Minimum 25 days holiday + BH

9% employer contributed pension

Bonus scheme of up to 5%

Private medical insurance

High-quality IT equipment provided

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor/CILEX with 3+ years PQE required.
• Previous exposure to consumer contract and professional negligence necessary.

Responsibilities

• Act for clients in consumer contract disputes, managing claims lifecycle.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, improving departmental practice.
• Provide clear legal advice, managing client expectations.

Skills

Consumer Contract Knowledge

Professional Negligence Management

Client Communication

Caseload Management

Legal Strategy Development

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX)

Job description

Job Title: Contracts Litigator
Location: Leeds City Centre (Hybrid Working)
Salary Range: £40,000 to £55,000 + Benefits
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Role Overview & Daily Responsibilities:

• Act for clients in consumer contract disputes (including new build and misrepresentation) and professional negligence claims
• Manage the full lifecycle of claims, from initial assessment through to final hearing and enforcement, across fast, intermediate, and multi-track cases
• Provide accurate, clear legal advice, managing client expectations and explaining decisions and procedural steps clearly and succinctly
• Ensure fair treatment of clients at all stages of the process
• Take all reasonable steps to settle claims efficiently and recover legal costs
• Accurately record time spent and maintain up-to-date system records
• Identify personal and team learning and development needs and opportunities
• Contribute to the strategic development of departmental best practice, product performance, and customer experience through continuous improvement initiatives
• Participate in and contribute to idea generation and implementation, in a supportive environment where innovation is encouraged
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, including reviewing correspondence and court documents, conducting weekly file reviews, and supporting professional development

Employee Benefits Package:

• Minimum 25 days holiday + BH
• Increasing holiday entitlement for continued years of service
• Holiday purchase/sale scheme - up to 5 days
• 9% employer contributed pension
• Bonus scheme of up to 5% (typically)
• Private medical insurance
• Hybrid working model - maximum 2 days office presence, however can work from the office more if desired
• High-quality IT equipment provided
• Free holiday insurance
• Free roadside cover insurance
• 50% discount of insurance products
• Flexible dress code when in office

Application Criteria's:

• Previous exposure to consumer contract, and professional negligence
• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) - with 3+ years PQE ideally
• Proven ability to manage your own caseload independently

About the Organisation:

• Our client is a leading legal and insurance business with a strong reputation for delivering excellent results and providing outstanding client service. As part of continued growth, they are now looking to recruit a passionate Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join their Dispute Resolution Team.

About CRA Consulting:

• CRA Consulting are a specialist legal recruiter, operating across the UK. CRA works in partnership with reputable law firms with either local, regional, national or international presence. We recruit at all levels from board, director and partnership level through to support staff.
• For additional information on how we can assist you with your next career move, visit the CRA Consulting Website at www.craconsultants.com.

How to Apply

• If this Contracts Litigator vacancy, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss with Rhys Spencer who is managing this vacancy, call 011********** for a confidential discussion.
• Are you wanting to review additional career opportunities? Visit our jobs page at www.craconsultants.com/jobs

Additional Information:

• CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
• This Contracts Litigator vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.

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