Newly Qualified Solicitor in Crawley

Newly Qualified Solicitor, Co Down, £Neg Overview Pathway is delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm in County Down to recruit a Newly Qualified Solicitor to join its busy general practice team. This is an excellent opportunity for an NQ Solicitor looking to gain broad, hands-on experience across a varied caseload within a supportive practice. The successful candidate will work across a range of general practice matters and will benefit from dedicated secretarial support, including assistance with dictation and administration. The role would suit a newly qualified solicitor who enjoys variety, client contact and the opportunity to develop practical experience across several areas of law. Key Responsibilities Manage a varied general practice caseload with appropriate support and supervision. Assist with matters across areas such as conveyancing, litigation, family law, wills and probate and other general practice work. Meet with clients, take instructions and provide clear and practical legal advice. Draft correspondence, legal documentation and other relevant paperwork. Liaise with clients, other solicitors, counsel, courts and third parties as required. Manage files effectively and ensure matters progress in a timely manner. Attend court or other hearings where appropriate. Maintain a high standard of client care throughout each matter. Work closely with the wider legal and support team. Make effective use of the secretarial support available for dictation and general administrative assistance. Essential Skills and Experience Newly Qualified Solicitor or due to qualify shortly in Northern Ireland. A genuine interest in developing experience within a general practice environment. Strong communication and client care skills. Good organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. A practical and professional approach to client matters. Strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a supportive team. Previous experience within a general practice firm would be advantageous but is not essential. Whats on Offer Excellent opportunity for an NQ Solicitor to develop broad legal experience. Interesting and varied caseload. Supportive and established legal practice. Dedicated secretarial support, including assistance with dictation. Opportunity to build confidence and experience across a range of practice areas. Competitive salary, dependent on experience. At Pathway, we treat all applications with the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism. In line with GDPR regulations, your personal information will only be used for recruitment purposes, stored securely and never shared without your consent. You can request to have your data removed at any time Skills: general practice newly qualified solicitor conveyancing litigation probate wills criminal Benefits: career progression mentorship competitive salary personal secretary TPBN1_NI