Litigation Executive

JR United Kingdom; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Executive, Legal Executive, or Solicitor to join its Dispute Resolution team in Newark. This role offers the opportunity to manage civil litigation matters independently while providing client-focused legal services.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Staff discount on legal services

Income protection

Life assurance (3x salary)

Salary exchange pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience managing a caseload of civil litigation matters.
• Strong communication skills in verbal and written forms.
• Professional, confident, and able to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of civil litigation matters independently.
• Provide practical, solution-focused legal advice.
• Contribute to business development and marketing activities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Client Focus

Independence

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or Litigation Executive

Tools

SOS Connect

CIPHR

Job description

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An established Top 200 UK law firm with a strong regional presence and a heritage dating back to 1856 is seeking an experienced Litigation Executive, Legal Executive, or Solicitor to join its growing Dispute Resolution team in Newark, Nottinghamshire. With a focus on client service and technical excellence, the firm is known for providing a wide range of legal and wealth management services across the Midlands.

An established Top 200 UK law firm with a strong regional presence and a heritage dating back to 1856 is seeking an experienced Litigation Executive, Legal Executive, or Solicitor to join its growing Dispute Resolution team in Newark, Nottinghamshire. With a focus on client service and technical excellence, the firm is known for providing a wide range of legal and wealth management services across the Midlands.

Benefits Include:

• Generous holiday entitlement

• Staff discount on legal services

• Income protection

• Life assurance (3x salary)

• Salary exchange pension scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and structured legal professional to take on a mixed caseload of civil litigation matters and work within a friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload of civil litigation matters independently

• Provide practical, solution-focused legal advice to a wide range of clients

• Convert enquiries and quotations into new business

• Work closely with colleagues and contribute to business development and marketing activity

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal developments in dispute resolution

• Adhere to firm-wide financial and compliance procedures, including accurate time recording, billing, and risk management

Person Specification

Essential:

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or experienced Litigation Executive

• Experience managing your own caseload of civil litigation matters

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

• Professional, confident, and client-focused

• Able to work independently and meet tight deadlines

Desirable:

• Familiarity with SOS Connect or other case management systems

• Experience using HR or legal admin systems (e.g. CIPHR)

• Commercial mindset with a focus on generating new work

Role Details:

• Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire

• Hours: Monday Friday, 09:00 17:15 (36.25 hours/week)

• Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience

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