Job Description
Head of Litigation Department
North Yorkshire (High Street Firm)
Hybrid | 2 Days WFH | 9–5 with 1hr lunch | Excellent Work–Life Balance
An established North Yorkshire high-street firm with multiple offices across the region is seeking an experienced Senior Solicitor to lead a department spanning two key offices.
This is a genuinely supportive, people-focused firm known for developing talent from within, funding qualifications, and offering long-term progression.
Benefits
* 23 days holiday + bank hols + Birthday Off + Christmas shutdown + Ability to buy an extra week and Extra leave at 3, 5 & 7 years’ service
* 2 days WFH per week
* Standard pension, Health cashback and Perkbox retail discounts
* Paid volunteering day
* Free onsite or on-site parking depending on office
The Opportunity
* You’ll first and foremost be a fee earner but also take on a senior leadership role, and guide a team of 5
* Steering departmental strategy and performance and leading on key business projects
* Driving client service excellence by managing KPIs, risk, compliance & quality
* Line management, development & coaching
* Working closely with the wider management team
* Business development
This is a senior influential position ideal for someone confident managing their own caseload, bringing in work, and operating as a strong role model within the department.
So, if you’re a Senior Solicitor who is a confident fee earner that can bring in work, while also possessing strong leadership skills and experience managing a team – then I want to hear from you. To apply or for an initial chat please apply to this ad or contact Kenza at Reed Legal Edinburgh.