Senior Litigation Solicitor

Magpie Talent Solutions; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexibility across office locations

Supportive leadership

Job summary

A leading law firm in Cambridgeshire seeks an experienced Director with a strong background in litigation to manage a diverse caseload. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years PQE and should possess excellent advocacy, drafting, and negotiation skills. This role offers high-quality work, genuine progression opportunities, and a collaborative culture. The firm values client relationships and provides flexibility across multiple office locations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in litigation required.
• Experience in handling contentious matters is essential.
• Ability to provide pragmatic, solutions-focused advice.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse litigation caseloads and support junior members.
• Advise clients with clarity and confidence.
• Represent clients in negotiations and court proceedings.

Skills

Excellent advocacy

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Client-facing skills

Team player

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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About the Firm

Our client is a highly respected, multi‑office law firm known for its strong reputation, long‑standing client relationships, and commitment to delivering exceptional legal services. With a collaborative culture and a modern, forward‑thinking approach, the firm continues to grow across its core practice areas — and is now seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Solicitor to join their expanding team.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned litigator to take on high‑quality, complex work within a supportive and well‑structured environment. You’ll handle a varied caseload of civil and commercial disputes, working closely with partners and contributing to the continued development of the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse caseload of litigation matters, including commercial disputes, contractual claims, property litigation, and professional negligence
• Advising clients across a broad range of sectors with clarity, confidence, and commercial awareness
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and correspondence
• Representing clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings
• Supporting junior team members and contributing to departmental growth
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through excellent service and communication

About You

We’re looking for a confident, capable solicitor who brings both technical expertise and a collaborative mindset.

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in litigation (flexible for the right candidate)
• Strong experience handling a broad range of contentious matters
• Excellent advocacy, drafting, and negotiation skills
• Commercially minded with the ability to provide pragmatic, solutions‑focused advice
• A team player who enjoys mentoring others and contributing to a positive working culture
• Strong client‑facing skills and the ability to build long‑term relationships

What’s on Offer

• High‑quality, stimulating work with a respected and established firm
• Genuine progression opportunities within a growing department
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative, people‑focused culture
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexibility across multiple office locations

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services and Law Practice

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