Dispute Resolution Solicitor

VennGroup; Hull and East Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Venn Group is recruiting a Dispute Resolution Solicitor on behalf of a well-established law firm. The role covers a broad range of complex disputes in a high-quality litigation team, with flexible working and clear career progression.

You will manage a varied caseload, advise on strategy and risk, draft pleadings and correspondence, and maintain strong client relationships while delivering excellent service from Hull with hybrid working.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with experience handling dispute resolution matters.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures and dispute resolution processes.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently while maintaining high standards of client care.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of dispute resolution matters, including commercial, contractual and civil disputes.
• Advising clients on litigation strategy and risk management.
• Handling matters from initial instruction through to settlement, trial or alternative dispute resolution.
• Drafting legal documents, correspondence and court pleadings.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while delivering exceptional levels of client service.
• Collaborating with colleagues across the wider litigation team and contributing to business development initiatives.

Skills

Dispute resolution

Civil litigation

Drafting

Negotiation

Advocacy

Job description

Dispute Resolution Solicitor - Permanent - Competitive Salary

Venn Group's specialist legal recruitment team is recruiting for a Dispute Resolution Solicitor on behalf of a well-established law firm. This permanent opportunity offers the chance to join a highly regarded litigation team handling a broad range of complex disputes, with excellent career progression, high-quality work and flexible working arrangements.

The Role

You will be responsible for:

• Managing a varied caseload of dispute resolution matters, including commercial, contractual and civil disputes
• Advising clients on litigation strategy and risk management
• Handling matters from initial instruction through to settlement, trial or alternative dispute resolution
• Drafting legal documents, correspondence and court pleadings
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while delivering exceptional levels of client service
• Collaborating with colleagues across the wider litigation team and contributing to business development initiatives

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with experience handling dispute resolution matters
• Strong technical knowledge of civil litigation procedures and dispute resolution processes
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage a caseload independently while maintaining high standards of client care
• Organised and detail-oriented approach with strong time management skills
• Commercially minded with a proactive and professional attitude

Key Details

• Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
• Location: Hull
• Working Arrangement: Flexible / Hybrid Working
• Contract: Permanent

Why Consider This Role?

• Agile and flexible working options to support work-life balance
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life assurance cover
• Health and wellbeing initiatives
• Discounted legal services for employees
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• High-quality and varied litigation work with strong partner support