Dispute Resolution Solicitor
The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
Location: Peterborough (Hybrid – 3 days in the office)
Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 (depending on experience)
PQE: NQ – 5
Oculus Legal Group are working with a highly respected, multi-office regional firm recognised in the Legal 500 for its dispute resolution expertise. The firm is well regarded for delivering high-quality, pragmatic advice and for its ability to act for a diverse client base, including individuals and owner-managed businesses.
Role:
This is an excellent opportunity for a Dispute Resolution Solicitor to join the firm’s expanding team. You will work closely with the Head of Department and other senior lawyers, gaining exposure to a wide range of contentious matters across multiple practice areas.
Responsibilities:
* Managing a mixed caseload of disputes from instruction through to resolution.
* Advising and representing clients across a broad spectrum of disputes, including:
* Commercial and contractual disputes
* Debt recovery and enforcement
* Property litigation (including landlord and tenant matters)
* Employment disputes (for employers and employees)
* Contentious probate and trust disputes
* Construction disputes, including adjudication and arbitration
* Shareholder and partnership disputes
* Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and correspondence, and preparing cases for mediation, arbitration, and trial.
* Building and maintaining strong professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
* Assisting with business development initiatives and contributing to the department’s continued growth.
Candidate:
* Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with NQ – 5 PQE.
* Previous experience in litigation (training seats will be considered).
* Strong communication and drafting skills, with the ability to provide clear and practical advice.
* A team player who is keen to contribute to a collaborative and supportive working environment.
Benefits:
* Life Assurance
* Pension Contribution
* Hybrid working (2 days from home)
* Performance Bonus Scheme
* Competitive Holiday Entitlement
* Private Health Insurance
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop and grow in a great disputes team. If you are a motivated Dispute Resolution Solicitor seeking great career development, it would be great to hear from you.
Phone: 07397117233
Email: kieran.moore@oculusluegalgroup.com