Andy File Associates are acting on behalf of our client as a recruitment agency with regards this permanent vacancy
Our award winning client is looking to recruit a Litigation Fee Earner to join their Litigation & Dispute Resolution Team based in Hampshire.
They are looking for a Litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive with 3-4+ years PQE. This is a full time office based role.
To be successful in this role you will be:
- Experienced and confident in managing a varied litigation caseload
- A self-starter who can take ownership of existing work and build their own caseload
- Commercially minded and able to identify and pursue opportunities to grow the firm’s service offering
- Client-focused, with excellent communication and relationship-building skills
You will receive enquiries in various areas such as:
- Property litigation - boundary disputes, landlord-tenant issues, leasehold enfranchisement – a strong and experienced candidate would consolidate the current offering.
- Planning disputes - with the right candidate, we can actively market and build this service In litigation
- Commercial litigation – a strong candidate could help expand this side of the business
Key Resonsibilities
- Manage a varied caseload of litigation matters, offering expert legal advice and representation in court, mediation, and settlement negotiations
- Draft and manage key legal documents, ensuring compliance and accuracy at every stage
- Conduct in-depth legal research and build winning strategies to help clients achieve their goals
- Be the trusted point of contact for clients, keeping them updated and guiding them through the litigation process
- Prepare for and represent clients at trials, hearings, and other key proceedings
- Assist in driving the firm’s growth through business development and networking
Caseload includes:
- Property Litigation – boundary disputes, landlord-tenant issues, leasehold enfranchisement, service charge disputes.
- Commercial Disputes – contract disputes, shareholder disagreements, professional negligence
- Debt Recovery – from initial demand to enforcement
- General Civil Litigation – defective products (e.g. motor yachts), insolvency disputes
You will need to have the following Key Skills & Attributes
- Deep knowledge of civil litigation procedures and experience managing cases from start to resolution
- Strong attention to detail, organisation, and time-management skills
- Excellent client care and communication skills
- Proficient in case management systems and Microsoft Office
- A natural problem-solver with solid negotiation skills
- Personable and keen to be part of a close-knit firm
Benefits
- 34 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Birthday day off
- Free New Forest Parking Clock
- Health Cash Plan and Group Life Cover
- Company sick pay scheme
- Staff Discount Platform
- Award-winning training and development