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