Newly Qualified Solicitor

MPJ Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bonus scheme

Job summary

MPJ Recruitment is working with a Manchester-based law firm to recruit a Newly Qualified Solicitor (NQ) for Housing Disrepair and Civil Litigation. The role is hybrid in Manchester City Centre with a £40,000 base salary and a performance bonus.

You will manage your own caseload from pre-litigation through settlement, develop litigation skills, and benefit from a clear progression pathway in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Newly Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales or equivalent
• Experience in litigation gained during Training Contract, Paralegal role or fee-earning position
• Housing Disrepair experience or interest in developing within the sector
• Strong drafting, communication and negotiation skills
• Organised, proactive and able to manage competing deadlines
• Experience of Housing Conditions and/or HDR claims desirable

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of Housing Disrepair claims
• Handling pre-litigation and litigated matters
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and court documents
• Reviewing expert evidence and disclosure
• Negotiating settlements and advising clients
• Preparing matters for hearings and trial where required
• Working with colleagues to achieve positive client outcomes
• Ensuring compliance with court deadlines and Civil Procedure Rules

Education

Newly Qualified Solicitor (NQ) in England & Wales

Job description

Newly Qualified Solicitor (NQ)
Housing Disrepair & Civil Litigation

Manchester City Centre | Hybrid Working | £40,000 + Bonus

Are you a Newly Qualified Solicitor looking to join a growing litigation team that offers genuine long-term career progression, hybrid working and the opportunity to develop your expertise within Housing Disrepair? MPJ Recruitment is working with an established Manchester-based law firm seeking an ambitious NQ Solicitor to take the next step in their legal career.

What's In It For You?

• £40,000 basic salary
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Hybrid working
• Modern Manchester City Centre offices
• Clear progression pathway and promotion opportunities
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to specialise in a growing area of litigation

The Role

You’ll manage your own caseload of Housing Disrepair matters, handling claims from pre-litigation through to settlement while developing your litigation skills within an experienced and supportive team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a caseload of Housing Disrepair claims
• Handling both pre-litigation and litigated matters
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and court documents
• Reviewing expert evidence and disclosure
• Negotiating settlements and advising clients
• Preparing matters for hearings and trial where required
• Working closely with colleagues to achieve positive client outcomes
• Ensuring compliance with court deadlines and the Civil Procedure Rules

About You

We’re interested in speaking with candidates who:

• Are a Newly Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• Have experience within litigation gained during a Training Contract, Paralegal role or fee-earning position
• Have Housing Disrepair experience or a genuine interest in developing within the sector
• Possess strong drafting, communication and negotiation skills
• Are organised, proactive and able to manage competing deadlines
• Have experience of Housing Conditions and/or HDR claims (desirable but not essential)

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and ambitious legal practice that invests in its people and promotes from within. You’ll gain responsibility from the outset, benefit from ongoing support and development, and have the chance to build a long-term career within a successful litigation team.