Commercial Dispute Resolution Solicitor

Department: Commercial Dispute Resolution

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Derby, UK

Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Commercial Dispute Resolution team as a Solicitor.

We are accepting applications from Solicitors, Associates or Senior Associates.

Our tier 1 team is one of the largest and most experienced in the Midlands, handling complex and high value disputes for a variety of local and national clients.

This role is responsible for managing a personal caseload of commercial litigation matters whilst also supporting on more complex matters with senior members of the team.

Responsible for liaising directly with clients and ensuring a high level of client care is provided at all times.

This role reports directly to the Head of Commercial Dispute Resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial litigation matters that can include:
  • Contractual disputes
  • Commercial property disputes
  • Landlord & Tenant disputes
  • Professional negligence disputes
  • Debt Recovery disputes
• As well as managing a personal caseload of litigated matters, this role is responsible for supporting on more complex matters alongside senior members of the team;
• Ensure matters are kept up to date in systems and new advancements are communicated to clients and the relevant team members;
• Record all time in the Tikit system, including non-billable activities;
• Take responsibility for managing the client experience. Attend client meetings where necessary;
• Take a keen interest in business development for the department and contribute where required;
• Support departmental audits as and when required;
• Take on additional tasks as reasonably required by the Head of Commercial Dispute Resolution;
• Conduct legal research where required; and
• Demonstrate a meticulous approach with great attention to detail.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Have a minimum of a 2:1 legal degree;
• Have experience in Commercial Litigation;
• Be able to manage your own caseload of complex client matters;
• Demonstrate excellent commitment to client care and good technical ability;
• Have excellent time management skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines with your caseload;
• Possess excellent communication skills; and
• Have a sound knowledge of IT systems and processes, such as the Microsoft suite.

Disclosure will be required in the event that a position is offered.

The successful candidate will be required to attend an induction and a period of training at the firm's Derby office.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Bonus potential
• Great working environment at our Derby Head offices
• Career Development opportunities
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Options to buy & sell 1 week's holiday
• 1 week's holiday carry over
• Extra day off for your birthday
• Staff card discount scheme for local shops
• Social days and evenings on the firm
• Monthly food on the firm for all staff
• Staff discounts on legal services