Are you looking to join an employer that is progressive, innovative and that can offer you endless opportunities for you to progress and develop in your career?
For over 30 years we at the PM Law Group have provided a national, first-class legal service for individuals and businesses, specialising in an array of litigation including Personal Injury, Medical Negligence, Consumer, Property and Contract Disputes, together with Employment, Landlord & Tenant, and Wills & Probate. With a reputation for excellence and a client-centric approach, we take pride in advocating for our clients and achieving favourable outcomes.
Across the business, we foster a culture of inclusivity and champion personal development so that each employee has opportunities to shine and flourish, and we want you to be a part of it.
As our newly appointed Dispute Resolution Litigation Executive, you will be responsible for your own civil litigation caseload, dealing with cases through to settlement or to Court hearings.
Role Responsibilities
Day to day responsibilities include:
* Manage your own civil litigation caseload including but not limited to property disputes, landlord and tenant disputes, consumer disputes, contract disputes, and debt/money claims.
* Provide a high level of customer service to clients at all times.
* Ensure cases meet prescribed internal service level agreements and achieve individual targets.
* Perform fee earning work accurately and in accordance with the Company’s quality and risk procedures.
* Organise your working day/week and ensure that cases are kept up to date.
* Consistently achieve KPIs and individual objectives while understanding the commercial needs of the business.
* Produce fee income in line with billing targets and agreed objectives.
* Work with the Dispute Resolution Team Manager to develop new business.
* Utilise the Company’s in-house bespoke case management system to ensure accurate reporting.
* Keep informed of all changes in the Law and Practice in your area of work.
* Carry out detailed reviews of evidence and advising clients on prospects of success.
* Establish and focus upon issues/facts in dispute; utilise case law; make effective Part 36 Offers; negotiate and draft settlement agreements.
* Progress cases through to issuing Legal Proceedings efficiently.
* Draft Pleadings, Application Notices, Disclosure Lists, Witness Statements, and Case Summaries.
* Apply the principles of funding/indemnity with Legal Expenses Insurance where applicable.
* Attend conferences and site meetings with clients, Counsel, and experts.
* Instruct Counsel and other professionals necessary to assist with case progression.
* Attend Court and perform advocacy for Case Management Conferences and Pre-Trial Reviews.
* Attend mediation and Court Trials where appropriate.
* Billing private paying clients in line with the terms of the retainer.
What we need from you
* A minimum of 3 years experience in civil litigation.
* A strong communicator who can establish excellent working relationships with clients and external parties.
* Excellent client care and communication skills.
* Commitment to high standards and collaborative teamwork.
* Excellent time management and organisational skills.
* Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload.
* Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
* A positive can-do attitude with a flexible approach.
* Demonstrate self-motivation and a desire to learn and develop.
* Keen to develop knowledge and skills in complex dispute resolution matters.
* Able to work flexibly as needed.
* Competent use of MS Office is required.
What we offer you
Our offices have been designed to be a high quality and pleasant working environment. In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package we offer:
Monday to Friday – Office Hours – 9.00am – 5.00pm with 1 hour’s lunch break.
* Industry-leading training.
* Competitive starting salary DOE.
* Access to on-demand CPD.
* Additional Annual Leave entitlement for long service.
* Opportunities for further progression in line with our expansion strategy.
* Pension Scheme.
* Lucrative ‘Refer a friend scheme’.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Annual Summer and Christmas Parties.
* Award Events.
At the PM Law Group, we offer more than just a job – we offer a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful impact and grow both personally and professionally. Join us and be part of a firm that values diversity, equality, and inclusion, and is committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients and our community.
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