Solicitor – Office of the General Counsel - Contentious work

TN United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled solicitor to join their in-house legal team specializing in contentious work. This role involves managing professional liability claims, regulatory issues, and litigation while collaborating with colleagues to provide pragmatic advice. The firm values diversity and inclusion, offering flexible working arrangements to ensure a healthy work-life balance. Join a team committed to integrity, innovation, and making a meaningful impact in the legal field and beyond. This opportunity is perfect for those looking to grow and contribute to a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in commercial dispute resolution in England and Wales.
• Good knowledge of law related to professional liability.

Responsibilities

• Handle claims and issues related to professional liability and regulatory inquiries.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide solution-focused advice.

Skills

Commercial dispute resolution

Professional liability knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork ability

Relationship-building skills

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister

Job description

Solicitor – Office of the General Counsel - Contentious work, Milton Keynes

Location: Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 4d3fdb67f897

Job Views: 3

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

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

We support flexible working arrangements, including reduced hours and job shares, to help you balance work and life.

The Role

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 issues, including inquiries and investigations
• Professional indemnity insurance
• Litigation, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution
• Other risk-management issues

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

Manage external solicitors, counsel, and experts in disputes related to professional services.

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

Minimum Criteria

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with substantial experience in commercial dispute resolution in England and Wales or similar jurisdiction.
• Good knowledge of law and procedures related to professional liability, especially concerning professional advisors.

Additional desirable skills include understanding risk-management issues faced by professional services firms, a pragmatic approach, excellent communication skills, teamwork ability, and relationship-building skills.

Why Join Us

We value diversity and inclusion, fostering an open culture where everyone can bring their whole self to work. We support your growth and development, and encourage a healthy work-life balance through flexible working options.

Beyond the role, you’ll have opportunities to contribute to society through secondments, charity work, and supporting entrepreneurs worldwide, grounded in our core values of Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect, and Responsibility.

We seek individuals eager to contribute, innovate, and uphold integrity in all they do—making a meaningful impact for our firm, clients, and communities.