Solicitor – Commercial/Property Litigation
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Solicitor – Commercial/Property Litigation
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a talented Litigation Solicitor to join their growing Dispute Resolution team in Leek. This is a full-time, on-site position offering a competitive salary and benefits package.
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
An employee-owned, full-service law firm built on a rich heritage dating back to 1828. Today, we operate across 18 offices in the West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire, delivering expert legal services to individuals, families and businesses. As an employee-owned firm, every member of our team has a stake in our success, which fosters a culture of collaboration, ownership and client-centred service.
What does the job involve?
- Advising individuals and business clients on a wide range of disputes, including debt recovery, property litigation, shareholder and partnership disputes, warranty disputes, contract disputes, professional negligence claims and general commercial litigation
- Providing clear, commercially focused legal advice across both commercial and property litigation
- Managing your own caseload while working collaboratively within a large, multidisciplinary team
- Ensuring compliance with SRA, Lexcel, Law Society Quality Scheme standards, SARs and accounting requirements
- Supporting departmental growth, contributing to business development and building local professional relationships
What do you need?
- Qualified Solicitor with experience in commercial and/or property litigation (1–3 PQE ideal, though all levels considered)
- Strong understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules, with confidence handling applications and advocacy where appropriate
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing deadlines and competing priorities
- Proficient in MS Office, case management systems and online research tools
- Passion for delivering exceptional client service
- Interest in business development and relationship building
What do we offer?
- Competitive salaries with annual review.
- Annual tax-free* profit-share.
- 25 days holiday + birthday + ex-gratia day + UK Bank Holidays + long service awards.
- Company salary-sacrifice pension scheme (4% from [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]: 4% from employees).
- Group Life Insurance (3 x annual salary).
- Enhanced Company Sick Pay.
- Salary Extras benefits scheme
- Medicash Health Cash Plan.
- Financial Health & Wellbeing Provision.
- Bank of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (Annual employee credit for legal fees).
- Salary Sacrifice schemes.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an equal opportunities employer and we believe all employees should be treated fairly and equitably. The Company is committed to eliminating discrimination and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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