Newly Qualified / Junior Solicitor – Dispute Resolution
Shrewsbury | Hybrid Working
Legal 500 Team | £45,000 – £54,000 + Bonus + Free Parking
Are you a newly qualified solicitor, or due to qualify soon, with an interest in dispute resolution? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded Legal 500 team where you can build your career from day one, with genuine support, quality work, and clear progression.
You’ll be joining a collaborative and approachable team that is passionate about developing junior lawyers. Whether you’ve completed a litigation seat or are looking to specialise, you’ll gain hands-on experience across a broad range of commercial and property disputes, with close support from experienced solicitors and partners.
What you’ll be doing:
* Managing your own caseload with support, including contract disputes, debt recovery, and property litigation
* Assisting on complex and high-value matters, including shareholder disputes and professional negligence claims
* Working closely with senior team members who will mentor and guide your development
* Building relationships with clients and gaining valuable client-facing experience early in your career
* Getting involved in networking and business development activities as your confidence grows
About you:
* Newly qualified up to 3 years’ PQE
* Ideally some exposure to litigation during training, though not essential
* Enthusiastic, personable, and keen to learn
* Strong communication skills and a client-focused approach
* Organised, proactive, and eager to take on responsibility
* Interested in developing a long-term career in dispute resolution
Why this role?
* Genuine mentorship and structured development from a supportive team
* Early responsibility with the right level of supervision
* High-quality Legal 500 work across a varied caseload
* Clear progression opportunities within a growing firm
* A friendly, down-to-earth culture where you can thrive
Salary & Benefits:
* £45,000 – £54,000 + bonus
* 25 days’ holiday, increasing with service
* Enhanced pension
* Healthcare scheme
* Death in service (4x salary)
* Volunteering days
* Buy/sell holiday scheme
* Free parking
* Hybrid working
If you’re looking for a role where you’ll be supported, challenged, and given the opportunity to grow your career in commercial disputes, I’d love to speak with you.
Ellie Marshall
07383 821952