Litigation Solicitor - Commercial focus - Hybrid working

QED Legal Recruitment Limited; Worthing; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Private healthcare

Bonus scheme

Free parking on-site

Direct partner exposure

Job summary

QED Legal Recruitment Limited is seeking a Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (NQ–2 PQE) to join a well‑established firm with offices in Chichester and Worthing. You will handle a varied caseload spanning commercial disputes, property litigation and probate, with a view to specialising in commercial disputes.

You will work alongside two Partners, benefit from strong supervision and ongoing development, and enjoy hybrid working, private healthcare, a bonus scheme and free on-site

Qualifications

• Newly Qualified to 2 years' PQE, or equivalent Chartered Legal Executive experience.
• Experience in civil litigation; exposure to commercial litigation is advantageous.
• Interest in developing a specialism in commercial disputes.
• Strong analytical, communication and client care skills.
• Proactive, collaborative team player with ambition to grow technically.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload across litigation matters as initial foundation.
• Develop experience across commercial disputes, property litigation and probate.
• Work closely with two Partners, receiving supervision and guidance.
• Progress toward a longer-term focus on commercial disputes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Client care

Team collaboration

Ambition

Education

NQ–2 PQE or Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (NQ–2 PQE) to join a well-established and growing team at a respected law firm with offices in Chichester and Worthing.

This is a newly created growth position, driven by the continued success and increasing workload of the department. The firm is committed to finding the right individual for the role and is open-minded about background, recognising that the right attitude, ambition and desire to develop within commercial litigation are just as important as existing experience.

The Role

Initially, you will take on a smaller caseload, allowing you to build your experience and develop your expertise across a variety of litigation matters, including:

• Commercial disputes.
• Property litigation and disputes.
• Contentious probate matters.
• General civil litigation.

The intention is for the role to evolve over time, with the successful candidate eventually focusing predominantly on commercial litigation as their experience and confidence develop.

You will work closely alongside two Partners, benefiting from excellent supervision, guidance and support as you build your caseload and develop your specialism.

The firm is particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have a background in civil litigation, potentially with some exposure to commercial disputes, and who are keen to make commercial litigation their longer-term focus.

About You

• Newly Qualified to 2 years' PQE, although equivalent experience as a Chartered Legal Executive will also be considered.
• Experience in civil litigation, with some exposure to commercial litigation being advantageous.
• An interest in developing a specialism in commercial disputes.
• Strong analytical, communication and client care skills.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work collaboratively within a supportive team.
• Ambitious and keen to develop your technical expertise and long-term career.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Private healthcare.
• Bonus scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• The opportunity to work directly alongside two experienced Partners.
• Excellent supervision, training and ongoing development.
• A manageable initial caseload with the opportunity to build this as your experience grows.
• The opportunity to develop a longer-term specialism in commercial litigation.

This is a particularly good opportunity for an NQ–2 PQE Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive who is looking for the right environment to develop their litigation career.

With a busy and growing department, strong Partner support and a genuine commitment to finding the right person, this role offers the opportunity to gradually build your expertise and establish yourself within a commercial litigation practice.