Dispute Resolution Senior Solicitor

Field Seymour Parkes LLP; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Field Seymour Parkes LLP in Reading seeks a Dispute Resolution Solicitor to join our award-winning team. You will handle a high-quality caseload of contentious matters for businesses, individuals and charities, working with clients across the Thames Valley and beyond.

We value ambitious lawyers with strong analytical and client-focused skills, who can mentor junior colleagues and contribute to business development and growth of the department. Flexible hybrid working options available.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales
• Ideally 6 years' PQE, with relevant experience
• Experience managing a dispute resolution caseload
• Commercially aware with strong analytical skills
• Excellent client communication and service focus
• Highly organised with attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied dispute resolution caseload
• Develop relationships with clients and professional contacts
• Support growth and strategic development of the department
• Mentor junior lawyers
• Collaborate with Real Estate and other specialists
• Contribute to business development initiatives

Skills

Dispute resolution

Commercial awareness

Analytical skills

Client communication

Team collaboration

Business development

Education

Solicitors qualification in England & Wales

Job description

Field Seymour Parkes is a highly respected and award-winning law firm with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional legal services to businesses, individuals, and charities across the Thames Valley and beyond. We are committed to providing practical, commercially focused advice while maintaining the highest standards of client care.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an ambitious and talented Dispute ResolutionSolicitor to join our highly regarded Dispute Resolution team in Reading.

The Role

You will handle a varied and challenging caseload of contentious matters, advising a broad range of commercial and private clients. Working as part of a supportive and collaborative team, you will have the opportunity to develop your expertise while building strong client relationships.

Your work is likely to include:

• Managing a varied and high-quality dispute resolution caseload.
• Developing trusted relationships with existing clients and professional contacts.
• Playing an active role in the growth and strategic development of the department.
• Supporting and mentoring junior lawyers.
• Working alongside specialists across the firm, including our highly successful Real Estate team.
• You will also play an active role in business development initiatives and contribute to the continued success and growth of the team.

About You

We are interested in hearing from solicitors who are:

• Qualified Solicitors in England and Wales
• Ideally 6 years' PQE, although candidates outside this range with relevant experience will be considered
• Experienced in managing a dispute resolution caseload
• Commercially aware with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communicators with a client-focused approach
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Enthusiastic team players who are keen to contribute to business development activities
• Are interested in contributing to the future leadership and growth of a successful team
• Are collaborative, approachable and committed to delivering excellent client service

Why Join Field Seymour Parkes?

We pride ourselves on:

• Working with a diverse and high-quality client base
• Providing a competitive salary and benefits package
• Being flexible with working arrangements (including hybrid)
• Having a positive and inclusive firm culture that values professional growth and wellbeing

At Field Seymour Parkes, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals can thrive and develop their careers.

Full-time or part-time considered, we are happy to discuss working patterns and flexibility to accommodate the successful candidate.