Solicitor/Lawyer Dispute Resolution Department

Kingsfords; Ashford; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private health insurance

Free parking

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Kingsfords in Ashford is seeking an experienced Solicitor/Lawyer to join its Dispute Resolution Department. You will manage a varied caseload across civil and/or commercial litigation with autonomy within a supportive team.

The role requires strong communication, drafting and client care skills, plus excellent organisation and the drive to grow client relationships and the department.

Qualifications

• Five years' PQE or equivalent experience in civil/commercial litigation.
• Experience in civil and/or commercial litigation and dispute resolution.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently.
• Excellent communication, drafting and client care skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Commercially minded with a practical approach to resolving disputes.
• Interest in developing client relationships and contributing to growth of the department.

Responsibilities

• Manage own varied caseload and work alongside the team on contentious matters.
• Handle a broad range of civil and commercial disputes with autonomy.
• Contribute to the future development and growth of the department.
• Utilise LexisNexis, MBL and other training resources for case preparation.

Skills

Civil and commercial litigation

Dispute resolution

Independent caseload management

Communication skills

Tools

LexisNexis

MBL

Job description

Solicitor/Lawyer Dispute Resolution Department

Solicitor/Lawyer – Dispute Resolution Department

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Solicitor/Lawyer to join our busy and expanding Dispute Resolution Department.

We are looking for someone with at least five years' post-qualification experience and a strong background in civil and/or commercial litigation. The successful candidate will manage their own varied caseload and work alongside our established team on a broad range of contentious matters.

The role would suit an experienced litigator who is comfortable running matters with a good degree of autonomy, whilst enjoying the benefits of working within a supportive and collaborative department.

Key Requirements:

• Solicitor/Lawyer with a minimum of 5 years' PQE or equivalent experience
• Good experience of civil and/or commercial litigation and dispute resolution
• Confident managing a varied caseload independently
• Excellent communication, drafting and client care skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Commercially minded with a practical approach to resolving disputes
• An interest in developing client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the department

The position is based at our head office in Ashford, just five minutes from Ashford International Station. We pride ourselves on our friendly and supportive working environment and offer genuine opportunities for long-term career progression.

Many of our clients have been with the firm for many years and we place considerable importance on providing high levels of client service and building long-term relationships. We are therefore looking for someone who combines strong technical ability with a personable and commercially focused approach.

The successful candidate will join an experienced and busy litigation team, with access to LexisNexis, MBL and a range of specialist legal and compliance training providers. There will also be opportunities to contribute to the future development and growth of the department.

The remuneration package includes a competitive salary commensurate with experience, bonus scheme, 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, Christmas and New Year, free parking and private health insurance.