Litigation Solicitor | NQ - 3 PQE

Yorkshire Pie Company; York and North Yorkshire; Híbrido; GBP 35.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid working

Negotiable salary

Career development

Varied caseload

Supportive environment

Descripción de la vacante

Yorkshire Pie Company is seeking a motivated Litigation Solicitor to join our North Yorkshire team. This role suits a Newly Qualified solicitor or a solicitor with up to 3 years’ PQE, focused on dispute resolution and client service.

You will manage a varied caseload, draft pleadings and statements, advise on strategies, and work toward practical commercial outcomes. Hybrid working and clear progression opportunities are on offer.

Formación

• Be a qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with up to 3 years' PQE.
• Have demonstrable litigation experience gained during a training contract or post-qualification.
• Sound understanding of civil litigation procedures and dispute resolution.

Responsabilidades

• Managing a caseload of litigation and dispute resolution matters appropriate to your level of experience.
• Advising clients on options, risks and strategies for resolving disputes.
• Drafting correspondence, pleadings, witness statements and other legal documentation.
• Conducting legal research and preparing cases for negotiation, mediation and court proceedings.
• Exploring alternative dispute resolution where appropriate.
• Liaising with clients, counsel, experts and other relevant parties.
• Ensuring matters are progressed efficiently with deadlines met.

Conocimientos

Litigation

PQE 0-3 years

Client relations

Drafting and documentation

Research and case prep

Educación

Qualified Solicitor England & Wales

Descripción del empleo

Litigation Solicitor | North Yorkshire | NQ to 3 PQE

Hybrid Working Considered | Career Progression Opportunities

Are you a Newly Qualified Solicitor with hands-on litigation experience, or a Litigation Solicitor with up to 3 years' PQE looking for your next career move?

An established law firm is looking for a motivated and client-focused Litigation Solicitor to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with a genuine interest in dispute resolution who is keen to develop their expertise, take ownership of matters and build strong client relationships.

Applications are welcomed from NQ solicitors who have gained relevant litigation experience, as well as solicitors with up to 3 years' post-qualification experience.

The Role

You will work on a varied caseload of contentious matters, advising individuals and businesses on a range of disputes and helping clients achieve practical, commercially focused outcomes.

• Managing a caseload of litigation and dispute resolution matters appropriate to your level of experience.
• Advising clients on their options, risks and the most effective strategies for resolving disputes.
• Drafting correspondence, pleadings, witness statements and other legal documentation.
• Conducting legal research and preparing cases for negotiation, mediation and court proceedings.
• Exploring alternative dispute resolution wherever appropriate.
• Liaising with clients, counsel, experts and other relevant parties.
• Ensuring matters are progressed efficiently, deadlines are met and clients receive clear, proactive advice.

The caseload may include contractual and commercial disputes, property and boundary disputes, landlord and tenant matters, debt recovery, professional negligence and other civil litigation.

About You

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with up to 3 years' PQE.
• Have demonstrable litigation experience, gained during a training contract or post-qualification.
• Have a sound understanding of civil litigation procedures and dispute resolution.
• Possess strong drafting, analytical and communication skills.
• Be able to manage competing priorities and approach matters in a structured, commercially aware way.
• Be confident dealing with clients and committed to delivering excellent client service.
• Be proactive, personable and keen to contribute to a collaborative team.

What's on Offer?

• Hybrid working: Flexible working arrangements will be considered.
• Negotiable salary: Remuneration will depend on experience, skills and suitability.
• Career development: An opportunity to continue developing your litigation expertise and take on increasing responsibility.
• Varied caseload: Exposure to a broad range of contentious matters involving individuals and businesses.
• Supportive environment: The opportunity to work collaboratively within an established legal practice.