Solicitor – Office of the General Counsel - Contentious work, Cardiff
Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: d05b48234dff
Job Views: 10
Posted: 26.04.2025
Expiry Date: 10.06.2025
Job Description
We are seeking a Solicitor to join the Office of the General Counsel, focusing on contentious work. The role offers flexibility regarding location, with hybrid/home working options available.
Our team advises on a variety of contentious and non-contentious risk issues across assurance, tax, and advisory services. We support flexible working arrangements, including reduced hours and job sharing, to help balance work and life commitments.
Role Overview
As a lawyer specializing in contentious matters, your responsibilities will include:
1. Handling claims, regulatory issues, professional liability claims, litigation, mediation, and risk management projects.
2. Collaborating with the legal team to provide pragmatic, solution-focused advice to stakeholders, including partners and senior staff.
3. Managing external solicitors, counsel, and experts in dispute resolution concerning professional services.
This position may suit a junior or mid-level litigator from a commercial law firm, but applications from all qualified candidates demonstrating the necessary skills are welcome.
Candidate Requirements
The minimum criteria for this role include:
* Qualified solicitor or barrister with substantial experience in commercial dispute resolution in England, Wales, or a similar jurisdiction.
* Good knowledge of law and procedures related to professional liability, especially concerning professional advisers.
Additional desirable skills include understanding risk-management issues faced by professional service firms, pragmatic and commercial approach, strong communication skills, ability to work autonomously and in teams, and relationship-building capabilities.
Our Culture and Values
We foster an inclusive, respectful environment that values individual contributions, diversity, and personal growth. Our culture encourages interaction with leadership and supports bringing your whole self to work.
Beyond the Job
We recognize the importance of work-life balance and are open to flexible working options. Our impact extends beyond daily tasks, including community engagement, charitable activities, and supporting entrepreneurs worldwide. We are committed to our CLEARR values: Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect, and Responsibility.
We seek individuals eager to contribute, innovate, and uphold integrity in all their endeavors—benefiting the firm, clients, colleagues, and themselves.
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