Senior Contract Litigator

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Contract Litigator to join their dynamic team in Leeds or Bristol. This role offers the chance to work on a diverse caseload, including consumer contracts and professional negligence. With a hybrid working model, you’ll enjoy the flexibility of working from home while still being part of a collaborative team. This innovative firm values diversity and encourages continuous improvement, making it an exciting opportunity for legal professionals looking to make a significant impact in the field.

Benefits

Up to 10% annual performance-based bonus

50% off home, motor, and pet insurance

Optional Health and Dental insurance

EV car scheme for leasing electric or hybrid cars

Generous holidays

Buy as you earn share scheme

Employee discounts and cashback

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ PQE in contract law or related field.
• Experience in professional negligence or inheritance claims is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear legal advice and manage client expectations.
• Support strategic development of department best practices.

Skills

Legal Advice

Contract Law

Professional Negligence

Inheritance Law

Client Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor (PQE)

Job description

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At DLG Legal Services, our mission is to make law easy and accessible to everyone. As part of the Direct Line Group, we provide legal services to over 50,000 DLG customers each year. Customers can access our legal Advice-line team, and our growing list of services includes personal injury, employment, property, inheritance, and contract litigation. We also support our parent group, litigating on their behalf.

We are expanding our Civil Litigation team and are looking to recruit a Senior Contract Litigator with the right competencies and a positive approach, to join our Bristol or Leeds based teams, on a full-time and permanent basis.

The role

You will report to the Contracts Team Leader and will gain exposure to an exciting and varied caseload, including consumer contracts, professional negligence, and inheritance matters.

There is also potential for supervising some of our more junior staff as well as leading on multi-track files.

What you will be doing

You will provide accurate and clear legal advice, manage clients' expectations, explain decisions and the steps in the claims process clearly and succinctly, always ensuring the fair treatment of clients.

Take all reasonable steps to settle claims and recover costs.

Record time spent accurately and maintain precise system records.

Identify learning and development needs and opportunities for self and team progression.

Support the strategic development of department best practices, product performance, and customer experience through continuous improvement initiatives. All ideas are welcomed and encouraged.

What we are looking for

Minimum 5 years’ PQE in this field.

Experience of dealing with Professional Negligence or Inheritance claims is desirable.

Experience of collaborating within a high-performing team.

Location: Bristol (BS1 6JX) or Leeds (LS1 4AZ)

Home Working: Hybrid model (2 days from the office, 3 days from home)

Working hours: 35 hours per week (Monday - Friday)

Ways of Working

Here at Direct Line Group, we recognize the importance of flexibility, not only in our personal lives but also in the way we work. Our mixed model offers a 'best of both worlds' approach, combining home and office work, providing flexibility for everyone.

In-office presence depends on your role, and we consider flexible working options that suit you. Please contact our team to discuss your preferences.

We value our colleagues and offer excellent benefits, including:

• Up to 10% annual performance-based bonus
• 50% off home, motor, and pet insurance, plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover
• Optional Health and Dental insurance
• EV car scheme for leasing electric or hybrid cars
• Generous holidays
• Buy as you earn share scheme
• Employee discounts and cashback
• And many more

Life at Direct Line Group

We are an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace.

We understand and support different working styles and will adapt to help you have the best working environment. We believe that your unique qualities can bring valuable potential to DLG.

If you need adjustments in our recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team for support.