Solicitor – Office of the General Counsel - Contentious work

TN United Kingdom; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Solicitor to join their in-house legal team specializing in contentious work. This role offers the opportunity to handle a variety of claims and regulatory inquiries while collaborating with colleagues to provide solution-focused advice. The firm values diversity, inclusion, and flexible working arrangements, ensuring a supportive environment for professional growth. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in commercial dispute resolution and a strong understanding of professional liability law. Join this forward-thinking organization to make a meaningful impact in the legal field.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with substantial experience in commercial dispute resolution.
• Good knowledge of professional liability law and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Handle claims and regulatory inquiries concerning professional services.
• Provide commercially pragmatic advice to stakeholders.
• Oversee outside solicitors and experts in disputes.

Skills

Commercial dispute resolution

Professional liability law

Strong communication skills

Risk management understanding

Self-motivated

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister

Job description

Job Description

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Solicitor – Office of the General Counsel - Contentious work

Flexible on any GTUK location, hybrid/home working available

Our Office of the General Counsel advises on a wide variety of contentious and non-contentious risk issues that arise in delivering professional services across assurance, tax, and advisory areas.

We’re open to flexible working arrangements, including reduced hours and job shares, supporting work-life balance.

Role Overview

As a lawyer specializing in contentious work within our in-house legal team, you will:

1. Handle claims, issues, and projects such as:

• Professional liability claims against the firm
• Regulatory inquiries and investigations
• Professional indemnity insurance
• Litigation, mediation, and other dispute resolution methods
• Other risk-management issues

Collaborate with colleagues to provide solution-focused, commercially pragmatic advice to stakeholders, including partners and senior staff.

Instruct and oversee outside solicitors, counsel, and experts in disputes concerning professional services.

This role may suit a litigator at a junior or mid-level associate stage at a commercial law firm, but applications from all qualified candidates demonstrating the necessary skills are welcome.

Candidate Requirements

The minimum criteria to join us as a Solicitor are:

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with substantial experience in commercial dispute resolution in England and Wales or another common-law jurisdiction
• Good knowledge of law and procedures related to professional liability, preferably concerning professional advisers

Additional desirable skills include:

• Understanding of risk-management issues faced by professional service firms
• Pragmatic, commercial approach with a focus on improvements and outcomes
• Self-motivated with good management of conflicting demands
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Building and maintaining good relationships with colleagues

Our Culture and Benefits

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging our people to bring their whole selves to work. Our open culture fosters interaction with leadership and values individual contributions. We support flexible working to help balance professional and personal life.

Beyond work, you can engage in activities like secondments, charity fundraising, and supporting entrepreneurs globally, reflecting our CLEARR values: Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect, and Responsibility.

We seek individuals eager to contribute, innovate, and uphold integrity for the benefit of clients, colleagues, and themselves. Join us to make a meaningful impact.