Commercial Dispute Resolution Solicitor
Department: Commercial Dispute Resolution – Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time – Location: Derby, UK.
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.
- Have a sound knowledge of IT systems and processes, such as the Microsoft suite.
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
Additional Information
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.
