In-House Litigation Solicitor

Dexters Estate Agent Group; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading estate agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced In-house Litigation Solicitor to provide pivotal legal support within a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include managing legal claims, collaborating with internal teams, and ensuring compliance with legal procedures. The ideal candidate is a qualified solicitor with substantial litigation experience, particularly in residential landlord and tenant law. This full-time position is office-based with a competitive salary around £70,000, reflecting experience.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in litigation, particularly in residential tenancy-related issues.
• Ability to work closely with internal clients and build strong relationships.
• Ambitious and proactive in staying updated with legal developments.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal claims for and against the group.
• Ensure compliance with court deadlines.
• Provide advice on contentious legal matters.

Skills

Litigation experience

Residential landlord and tenant law

Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)

Collaborative skills

Commercial background

Education

Qualified solicitor (4‑5+ PQE)

Job description

Are you a seasoned litigation solicitor with a passion for commercial and property law? Dexters Group is seeking a highly skilled In‑house Litigation Solicitor to join our bustling legal and compliance teams. This is your chance to provide pivotal legal support within a dynamic environment, collaborating closely with our customer relations team to manage and resolve legal disputes.

Location: Clapham Junction and / or Teddington

Hours: Full‑time Monday‑Friday 8:30 am‑5:30 pm – Office Based Only

Salary: Circa £70,000 (subject to experience)

Main Purpose of the Role

Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Defend claims against the Dexters Group and pursue financial and debt claims within our customer relations team.

Legal Management and Coordination: Deliver comprehensive legal advice on litigation matters, with opportunities to work on investigations.

Collaboration and Efficiency: Partner with internal clients and the customer relations team to ensure timely and effective delivery on all legal matters.

Commercial Leases: Over time the role could extend to assist with the group’s expanding portfolio of trading premises and commercial leases.

Skills & Experience

• Qualified solicitor (4‑5+ PQE) with demonstrable experience in litigation with a preference for residential landlord and tenant law, property and residential tenancy‑related litigation.
• Understanding of estate and lettings agency law, strong commercial background, and significant experience with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and county court proceedings.

Collaborative skills: Ability to work closely with internal clients, building strong relationships across the business.

Ambitious & Proactive: Stay updated with relevant legal and market developments, providing guidance on strategic, legal, or reputational issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage legal claims for and against the group, including preparing defence and witness statements, and briefing counsel when required.
• Ensuring compliance with court deadlines.
• Appearing in court on behalf of the group for claims for and against the business.
• Provide advice on contentious legal matters to internal clients and the customer relations team.
• Liaise with external panel law firms and / or counsel for complex claims, maintaining a cost‑effective service.
• Drive continuous improvement in legal processes, identifying efficiencies and cost‑reduction opportunities.
• Manage legal costs effectively, fostering a culture of disciplined cost management.
• In due course, working with group solicitor on commercial property matters including assisting with commercial tenancy agreements and renewals of commercial contracts.

If you're ready to leverage your expertise in a challenging and rewarding role, and are eager to make a significant impact within a dynamic company, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and become a crucial part of our journey at Dexters Group!