Litigation Solicitor (NQ - 1 Year PQE)

Douglas Scott Global Recruitment; Wickford; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas Scott Ltd. is seeking an NQ Litigation Solicitor to join the team in Wickford. You will work directly with the Head of Litigation on a varied civil and commercial disputes caseload and gain exposure to high-quality work from day one.

Newly qualified solicitors will receive mentorship, supervision and opportunities for long-term career progression within a growing practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with up to 1 year's PQE in litigation.
• Sound understanding of civil procedure and dispute resolution.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A genuine interest in developing a long-term litigation career.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, witness statements and legal correspondence.
• Assist on a broad range of civil and commercial litigation matters.
• Manage your own caseload with appropriate supervision.
• Support on complex and higher-value disputes.
• Conduct legal research and assist with case strategy preparation.
• Attend client meetings, conferences and court hearings.

Skills

PQE in litigation

Civil procedure knowledge

Drafting skills

Analytical thinking

Organisation and detail

Job description

NQ Litigation Solicitor

Location: Wickford

Salary: £45,000

Are you a newly qualified solicitor looking to build a successful career in litigation? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing and ambitious litigation team where you'll work directly alongside the Head of Litigation and gain exposure to a broad range of high-quality civil and commercial disputes.

From day one, you'll benefit from hands-on experience, direct mentorship and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility as your confidence develops. Rather than being limited to routine matters, you'll be involved in a varied caseload, including more complex and higher-value disputes, giving you the foundations to accelerate your development early in your legal career.

You’ll join a supportive and collaborative environment that actively invests in junior lawyers, providing the supervision, training and practical experience needed to develop your technical expertise and commercial awareness. With clear progression opportunities as the department continues to expand, this role offers a genuine platform for long-term career growth.

This is an excellent move for an ambitious NQ solicitor who enjoys litigation, wants exposure to quality work and is looking to learn directly from experienced senior lawyers within a respected legal practice.

What you’ll do

• Draft pleadings, witness statements and legal correspondence
• Assist on a broad range of civil and commercial litigation matters
• Manage your own caseload with appropriate supervision
• Support on complex and higher-value disputes
• Conduct legal research and assist with case strategy preparationAttend client meetings, conferences and court hearings
• Build and maintain strong client relationships

What you’ll need

• Qualified Solicitor with up to 1 year's PQE in litigation, or strong litigation experience gained during training
• Sound understanding of civil procedure and dispute resolution
• Strong drafting and analytical skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A genuine interest in developing a long-term litigation career

About the company

This is an opportunity to join a well-established and progressive law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services. The litigation department is experiencing continued growth and offers excellent long-term career prospects within a supportive and modern working environment.