Litigation Solicitor

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Southend-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Litigation Solicitor to join their Dispute Resolution team in Southend-on-Sea. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career progression, handling a diverse range of disputes, and a competitive salary package including hybrid working.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus scheme

Clear progression opportunities

Supportive team culture

High-quality work

Qualifications

• PQE of 1–7 years, all relevant experience considered.
• Experience in residential possession proceedings and landlord-tenant disputes.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload in the Dispute Resolution department.
• Contribute to the growth and success of the team.

Skills

Litigation experience

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Litigation Solicitor – Dispute Resolution Team
Leading Law Firm | Hybrid Working | Market-Leading Salary

We are working with a highly regarded and forward-thinking law firm, seeking to recruit a Litigation Solicitor to join their busy Dispute Resolution team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and ambitious solicitor looking to join a supportive team, working on a broad and interesting caseload with a firm that genuinely invests in its people.

Position: Litigation Solicitor
PQE: 1–7 years (guideline only – all relevant experience considered)
Location:Southend on Sea
Salary: Negotiable DOE + Bonus Scheme + Hybrid Working
Market-leading salary available for the right candidate


About the Role: You will be joining a dynamic and well-respected Dispute Resolution department, handling a varied caseload and contributing to the continued growth and success of the team. The firm offers a supportive, collaborative culture with excellent career progression opportunities.

Key Experience Required: The ideal candidate will be a team player with a keen eye for detail and strong litigation experience. You must have experience in the following areas:

Essential:

• Residential possession proceedings
• Residential Landlord and Tenant disputes

Desirable:

• Contract disputes
• Debt recovery
• Land disputes (e.g., trespass, easements)
• Contentious probate
• Employment law matters

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive and negotiable salary, dependent on experience
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Clear progression opportunities
• Supportive team culture and high-quality work

This role would suit a proactive and commercially aware litigation solicitor looking to join a market-leading team with a strong reputation.

Interested?
Apply now or contact us in confidence for more information.