Dispute Resolution Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Colchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Onsite parking

Company pension

Modern, supportive environment

Public transport access

Job summary

William James Recruitment are pleased to present a Dispute Resolution Solicitor opportunity in Colchester. The role offers exposure to high-quality commercial and private client matters, with a focus on insolvency, negligence, breach of contract, landlord and tenant issues, and enforcement of judgments.

You will join an award-winning firm, manage a varied caseload to targets, contribute to business development, and benefit from a competitive salary up to £70,000, 25 days leave, pension, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years PQE in dispute resolution or equivalent.
• Ability to prioritise and manage a varied caseload to targets.
• Capable of working both in a team and independently.
• Willingness to engage in business development and networking.
• Strong legal skills with leadership and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and expand the firm’s dispute resolution offering.
• Manage a varied caseload across insolvency, negligence, breach of contract, landlord/tenant and enforcement matters.
• Work alongside partners and contribute to strategic growth.
• Provide high-quality advisory and advocacy for clients.

Skills

5+ years PQE

Caseload management

Teamwork & initiative

Business development

Leadership

Time management

Attention to detail

Job description

Dispute Resolution Solicitor – Up to £70,000 Salary + Benenfits + Bonus

This is a superb opportunity to join an award-winning, modern, dynamic, and supportive law firm offering specialist quality legal advice to commercial clients and private individuals.

The firm is recognised across the region for its outstanding client care and high-quality commercial and private client work.

Due to the development and expansion of the firm’s Dispute Resolution offering, it is now seeking to appoint an experienced Litigation Solicitor to work alongside existing partners, driving a resilient and varied legal practice.

The ideal candidate will have dealt and handled Insolvency matters, negligence and professional negligence, breach of contract, landlord and tenant matters and enforcement of judgements.

The Candidate

• A Litigation Solicitor with at least 5 years PQE or equivalent
• Ability to work to targets, to prioritise and manage a varied caseload
• Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative
• Business Development and attend Networking Events for the firm
• Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Parking
• Company Pension
• Supportive working environment
• Free onsite parking
• Accessible to public transport (transport links to both train and bus routes)