Group Litigation Senior Solicitor

Harkaye Core Talent; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm is seeking a Senior Associate Solicitor for a 12-month fixed-term contract in London or Manchester. The role involves managing complex group litigation cases, including those relating to human rights and emissions claims. Candidates should have at least 4 years PQE and a strong commitment to justice. Benefits include a hybrid working model, generous holiday, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday per annum plus public holidays

Hybrid working policy

Pension scheme

Life assurance: 4x annual salary

Private medical insurance

Interest-free ticket loan

Electric vehicle scheme

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years PQE as a solicitor.
• Background in litigation, group litigation, or human rights law.
• Experience handling group litigation claims.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload of Nissan Renault emissions claims.
• Handle incoming new matters in group litigation.
• Conduct in-depth research and analyze evidence.

Skills

Organizational skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Data management

Commitment to justice

Education

Qualified Solicitor (4 years PQE+)

Job description

Senior Associate Solicitor - Group Litigation - Manchester or London - 12 months FTC

Location: Manchester or London

Salary: Competitive - Dependent on Experience

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the realm of human rights law? A leading national law firm renowned for handling high-profile and complex group litigation involving thousands of clients has an opportunity for a senior solicitor to join their team in Manchester on a hybrid working basis.

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in group litigation claims, notably the Nissan Renault emissions case, representing car owners who allege 'defeat devices' were fitted on their diesel vehicles.

You will be a senior solicitor (ideally 4 years PQE+) with a background in litigation, group litigation, or human rights law, and a passion for justice. You will work alongside senior Partners managing a caseload of Nissan Renault emissions claims and handle any new matters that arise.

You will join the team on a 12-month FTC and gain exposure to high-value, high-profile group litigation cases. To succeed, you should possess meticulous organizational skills, the ability to conduct in-depth research, analyze evidence, identify patterns, manage large data sets, and demonstrate a commitment to access to justice.

Benefits include:

• 25 days of holiday per annum plus public and bank holidays
• Hybrid working policy: three days in the office, two at home
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance: 4x annual salary
• Private medical insurance
• Interest-free ticket loan
• Electric vehicle scheme
• A supportive and friendly work environment

This opportunity is managed by HarKaye Core Talent. If you are an experienced Group Litigation or Human Rights Solicitor in Manchester or London seeking a new challenge with a top-tier law firm, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or contact Izzie Vaughan directly for a confidential discussion.