Dispute Resolution NQ

London – £38,000 - £45,000

My client is a legal 500 law firm,  seeking a newly qualified to 1 year post-qualification solicitor to join their growing Dispute Resolution team.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in both property and civil/commercial litigation, with a strong background in working with privately paying clients.

You will be responsible for:

• Managing a varied litigation caseload across property and commercial disputes.
• Advising clients on legal options and strategy, and progressing cases efficiently and effectively.
• Delivering a high standard of client care and maintaining regular and clear communication.
• Handling correspondence, negotiations, and, where appropriate, conducting advocacy.
• Recording time accurately, ensuring timely billing, and assisting with department operations.
• Staying current with legal developments relevant to your practice area.
• Supporting junior team members as appropriate and collaborating across departments.
• Engaging in business development activities and building client relationships.

The Ideal Candidate:

• NQ to 1 year PQE with practical experience in litigation.
• Experience in property litigation, including landlord possession claims, disrepair, tenancy disputes, leasehold issues, service charge disputes, and breaches of lease.
• Experience in commercial litigation, particularly contractual disputes.
• Background in privately funded client work (individuals and SMEs).
• Strong advocacy skills (desirable but not essential).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proven ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines.
• Strong IT skills and commercial awareness.
• Current Practicing Certificate.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (increasing with length of service)
• Birthday day off
• Bonus scheme
• Career development programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health cashback plan
• Length of service awards
• Wellbeing initiatives