My client is searching for a Litigation Solicitor to join their team in Kingston upon Thames.

The firm seeks an enthusiastic and self-motivated Litigation Solicitor, either recently qualified or up to 5 years PQE, who will have a strong ability to build on an existing workload. There will also be a view to future partnership opportunities for the right candidate.

The workload is wide and varied, the litigation aspect comprising general commercial litigation, contractual disputes, debt collection, property, landlord and tenant, misrepresentation claims and construction disputes. 

The work is varied and challenging. You will be expected to provide a high quality service to our clients and to be able to work under pressure both independently and as part of a team. You will also be expected to provide practical, pragmatic advice as well as viable and cost effective solutions to our wide range of clients.

Key Deliverables: 

• Liaison with and attendance on clients 
• Production of advice and guidance as appropriate to the client 
• Effective support to client throughout transactions 
• Timely acknowledgment of and progression of client calls and queries 
• Engagement with other parties involved in matters ensuring precise, timely and comprehensive communication 
• Escalation of queries where required 
• Management of the acquisition, analysis, exchange, and administration of relevant documentation engaging other team members as appropriate 
• Management of own cases as appropriate and in accordance with compliance and procedural requirements 
• Financial management of own matters 
• Completion of tasks as allocated by senior fee earners on larger and more complex matters 

Essential experience 

• Qualified Solicitor,  
• Proven, effective management of matters 
• Experience of Corporate support work 
• Drafting and reviewing of contracts and handbooks, including those for senior staff members and Directors, as well as self-employed individuals 
• Handling of complex Employment Tribunal matters through to conclusion, ideally acting for the Respondent 
• Advising owners, senior managers and HR teams on day-to-day employment and HR matters 
• Marketing and business development activity

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited.

Please Note:  Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.