Senior Commercial Litigation Lawyer (5-8 PQE)

Themis Recruit are pleased to share an exciting opportunity with a prestigious firm, recognised as a top 100 best company to work for. Our client are a market-leading organisation serving both business and private clients across the North West. At [Redacted Firm], we’ve cultivated a unique culture that challenges traditional law firm approaches, focusing on delivering exceptional results for our clients while nurturing the growth and development of talented individuals.

About Us: Our client is dedicated to redefining legal excellence and making a positive impact. Our commitment to excellence has positioned us as an employer of choice, attracting brilliant minds who share our passion for innovative legal solutions.

Position Overview: We are seeking a qualified solicitor(approximately 5-8 years PQE) with a demonstrated background in commercial dispute resolution. The successful candidate will manage an existing caseload, provide support to senior fee earners, trainees, and other team members.

Responsibilities:

• Liaison with and attendance on clients
• Analysis of cases and provision of advice
• Timely acknowledgement and progression of client calls and queries
• Engage with other parties, ensuring precise communication
• Escalate queries when necessary
• Produce case documentation, summaries, and evidence
• Manage own cases in compliance with procedural requirements
• Draft documents for clients under supervision
• Complete tasks allocated by senior fee earners on larger matters
• Liaise with administration team members for comprehensive task completion
• Attend court/tribunal proceedings
• Collaborate with Counsel and experts
• Flexible assistance to team members and the organization
• Develop client relationships within the team and refer work internally
• Meet individual targets and contribute to team target achievement
• Provide approachable advice and assistance to other staff
• Share ideas within the team
• Recognise and utilize different skill sets within the team for cost-effective service

Skills and Experience:

• Qualified Solicitor
• Commercial dispute resolution expertise
• Alternative Dispute Resolution knowledge
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Proven effective case management
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Client-focused with a flexible and adaptable approach to work
• Commercially aware