Department: Commercial Dispute Resolution
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:
o Contractual disputes
o Commercial property disputes
o Landlord & Tenant disputes
o Professional negligence disputes
o Debt Recovery disputes
* Support 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.
* Manage the client experience. Attend client meetings where necessary.
* Contribute to business development for the department.
* Support departmental audits as required.
* Take on additional tasks as reasonably required by the Head of Commercial Dispute Resolution.
* Conduct legal research where required.
* 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.
* 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
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