Litigation Solicitor

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Litigation Solicitor for a well-regarded practice in Southend-on-Sea. The role involves handling a diverse case load, joining a team and fostering growth in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have NQ-5+ years PQE with a passion for litigation and ambition for progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential possession proceedings and landlord disputes is essential.
• Sound experience with a variety of litigation matters including contested probate.
• Ability to work autonomously and achieve career goals.

Responsibilities

• Handle residential landlord and tenant disputes and contract disputes.
• Work as part of a busy team and maintain client relationships.
• Assist with a wide range of litigation matters including debt recovery and property disputes.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Networking and Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Self-Motivation

Teamwork

Education

NQ-5+ years PQE

Tools

LEAP Case Management System

Job description

My client is looking for a Litigation Solicitor to join their team in Southend-on-Sea, Essex

There is a need to expand this department due to the level of enquiries they receive, and the quality of work being referred to them daily. They have a great reputation and an impressive existing caseload. They need someone who has the passion to help grow this department with the possibility of progressing. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has completed as much as they can where they are but wishes to join a longstanding practice with the opportunity of progression.

The Successful Applicant Will Be Able To Work As Part Of a Team In a Busy Department, Have An Eye For Detail And Have Experience In The Following Areas

• Residential possession proceedings (essential)
• Residential Landlord and Tenant disputes (essential)
• Contract Disputes (desirable)
• Debt Recovery (desirable)
• Land disputes (trespass/ easements etc) (desirable)
• Contentions Probate (desirable)
• Employment (desirable)
  
  

Requirements

• NQ-5+ years PQE with sound experience in dealing with litigation matters
• Experience in assisting with matters on behalf of commercial and individual clients on a wide range of litigation matters to include, contested probate, landlord and tenant, breach of contract claims, debt recovery, property disputes, and commercial litigation
• Experience in LEAP case management system preferred
• Able to work autonomously on tasks set
• Track of record of achieving career goals
• Enthusiasm to engage in networking and business development;
• Clear demonstrable ability and keenness to build and maintain client and referrer relationships;
• Self-motivated team player
• Ambition to progress
• Excellent administration and organisational skills;
• Professional but friendly and approachable
  
  

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.