Eventus Legal are seeking an ambitious Dispute Resolution Solicitor to join one of the East Midlands most well regarded multi-service law firms based out of modern commercial offices in Loughborough, Leicestershire. This is a permanent, full time job opportunity. Benefits include hybrid and flexible working, free/subsidised parking, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pensions scheme and a competitive salary £40,000-£55,000 DOE.

Role Responsibilities

As a Dispute Resolution solicitor, your new job will see you working closely with a Senior Solicitor within the department and taking responsibility for your own caseload of dispute resolution matters.

You will be fully supported by an experienced team and have legal assistant and paralegal support to enable you to focus on providing high quality service to each and every client.

This opportunity would suit a Solicitor with a solid background in litigation who is looking to retrain and diversify into dispute resolution.

Specific duties will include:

• Managing a varied caseload of dispute resolution matters from instruction through to completion
• Advising clients on a wide range of contentious matters, including breach of contract claims, shareholder disputes, professional negligence, debt recovery, property litigation, construction disputes
• Maintaining accurate file management, billing records, and compliance with regulatory obligations
• Supporting business development activities as and when required and helping to build and maintain client relationships
• Conducting legal research and providing clear, commercially focused advice

Person Specification

Applications are sought from Dispute Resolution Solicitors with a background in handling a diverse range of contentious matters. Applications are welcome from Solicitor who possesses strong litigation skills in a different area of law, looking to retrain into dispute resolution

• Qualified Solicitor, NQ-5 year PQE
• Prior experience managing or assisting on a caseload of dispute resolution matters
• Ability to demonstrate strong litigation and negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Competent IT skills and experience using case management systems
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience building and maintaining strong client relationships

Benefits and Rewards

You will be joining a dynamic and modern law firm and have exposure to high quality work within a truly supportive and collaborative team.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary, guide £40,000-£55,000 DOE
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Free/subsidised parking close to the office in Loughborough
• Company pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities

About the Company

Our client is a well-established regional law firm with a strong foothold in the local legal market across Loughborough and Leicestershire with an excellent reputation for delivering commercially focused, practical legal advice. The firm has established a loyal client base generated through consistent high quality work to clients, networking locally and business development initiatives.

A truly supportive and collaborative working environment where individuals are given autonomy to manage their own files while still benefiting from strong team support. The firm places a genuine emphasis on quality of work, client service and long-term career development rather with opportunities to retrain available.

The Dispute Resolution team handles a broad range of work and works closely with other departments within the practice. This opportunity would suit someone looking to join a respected practice where they can play a visible role within the team, develop strong client relationships and enjoy a positive working culture with realistic expectations and good work-life balance.

Next Steps

Apply now to be considered for this new Dispute Resolution role in Loughborough, Leicestershire. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please send your CV to Izzie Vaughan at the Eventus Recruitment Group.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career.

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