In-House Litigation Solicitor

Dexters Estate Agent Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic estate agency in Greater London seeks a skilled In-house Litigation Solicitor to manage legal claims and provide pivotal support within their legal and compliance teams. The role involves collaboration with customer relations, ensuring compliance with court deadlines, and advising on contentious matters. Ideal candidates are qualified solicitors with 4-5+ years of PQE experiencing in litigation and property-related law. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of circa £70,000, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in litigation with preference for property law.
• Familiarity with Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and county court proceedings.
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal claims for and against the group.
• Prepare defence and witness statements.
• Ensure compliance with court deadlines.
• Provide advice on contentious legal matters to internal clients.
• Drive continuous improvement in legal processes.

Skills

Experience in litigation

Understanding of estate and lettings agency law

Strong commercial background

Ability to collaborate

Proactive mindset

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 and 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 experience in 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!

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