Your new company
It is a leading law firm that specialises in group litigation, consumer law, environmental and product liability, and international claims. They are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Group Litigation Solicitor to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in claimant litigation, with a focus on group actions. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile cases and make a significant impact in the field of group litigation.
Your new role
- Lead and manage group litigation cases, including consumer law, environmental/product liability, and international claims.
- Develop and scope potential new group/representative/collective actions.
- Work closely with external solicitors and counsel on innovative legal actions
- Handle complex legal issues, including service out of jurisdiction, foreign applicable law, and quantum.
- Liaise with litigation funders, third-party marketing consultants, and NGOs.
- Negotiate settlements and draft complex settlement agreements.
- Represent clients in high-profile cases, ensuring their interests are effectively advocated.
What you\’ll need to succeed
- Ideally between 4–7 PQE (guidelines only)
- Strong academic background, ideally with experience at a leading law firm working on class actions.
- Extensive experience in group litigation, particularly in consumer law, environmental/product liability, and international claims.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and strategic thinking skills.
- Ability to handle vulnerable claimants or witnesses sensitively.
What you\’ll get in return
- Opportunity to work in a specialist team on a broad range of work.
- Hybrid working policy.
- Competitive package.
Contact Detail:
Hays Recruiting Team