Newly Qualified Commercial Litigation Solicitor

ENL Legal; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm in Bristol seeks a Newly Qualified Commercial Litigation Solicitor. The role involves managing litigation cases, business development, and working closely with a partner in a dynamic team. The firm emphasizes career growth with a flexible working environment and a strong benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Structured career path

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for commercial litigation and working knowledge of its aspects.
• Experience advising UK and international clients.
• Proven ability in handling a mixed caseload of litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of disputes including shareholder and partnership disputes.
• Participate in settlement negotiations and litigation processes.
• Develop the commercial litigation department together with a partner.

Skills

Commercial Litigation

Business Development

Legal Research

Job description

Leading National Law firm is looking to appoint a Newly Qualified Commercial Litigation Solicitor into their team in Bristol. On offer is an excellent starting salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and a clear structured career path. Flexible and hybrid working patterns are also available.

Responsibilities

1. Play an active role in the development of the commercial litigation department.
2. Handle a caseload comprising shareholder disputes, contentious probate, building disputes, professional negligence disputes, and partnership disputes.
3. Work directly alongside the partner, demonstrating ambition and drive to progress your career.
4. Manage all aspects of commercial litigation, including disclosure, case management, drafting witness statements, and attending trials.
5. Participate in settlement negotiations, arbitration, and mediation.
6. Business development and marketing within the local area.

Requirements

• Genuine passion for Commercial Litigation with some working knowledge of all aspects of commercial litigation.
• Experience within a leading national or regional law firm.
• Handled a mixed caseload of commercial litigation matters.
• Strong network of contacts within the regional market.
• Proven experience advising UK and international corporations, governments, and high net worth individuals.
• Ability to demonstrate experience in the full litigation process.
• Keen to develop business and market in the local area.

Additional Information

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a partner in a busy, growing department. The firm is committed to your career development and values diversity and inclusion.

To apply or register your interest, please call Penny on 0121 454 1004 and quote Job Ref: 9867.

Note: This job is active; applications are being accepted.