About The Role
We are looking for a solicitor with 0-3 years PQE (Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales) to join our award-winning Asset Finance team within the Commercial Disputes Resolution Unit at our Birmingham Head Office. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop a qualified career working alongside senior lawyers on complex asset finance and equipment leasing litigation matters.
Opportunity
* Assist on a variety of asset‑finance matters, working closely with senior lawyers
* Take ownership of discrete tasks or matters with appropriate supervision
* Develop client relationships and contribute to high‑quality client service
* Build technical expertise and specialism over time
Key Responsibilities
* Support partners and senior lawyers on client matters and transactions
* Draft legal documents, pleadings, advice and correspondence
* Draft instructions to court agents and counsel; produce court hearing bundles, indexing, disclosure, witness statements and related documents
* Manage smaller matters or projects independently where appropriate
* Conduct legal research and apply findings to client advice
* Communicate with clients, agents and third parties
* Assist with business development initiatives and client relationship activities
* Contribute to team knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
Candidate Requirements
* Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with a genuine interest in asset finance and equipment leasing disputes
* Previous commercial litigation or disputes experience, or experience as a paralegal within a litigation team, is advantageous
* Ability to deliver clear, logical, commercially relevant legal advice in a timely and competent manner
* Ambition to build and grow a network of clients within the asset finance community
* Excellent commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and willingness to learn
* Personable, dynamic, collaborative, and confident in engaging with clients, debtors, and courts
* Strong team‑work ethic and resilience under pressure
* Professional discretion, self‑motivation, commitment, and a "can‑do" attitude
* Consistent, exceptional attention to detail
Benefits
Competitive remuneration package with an annual bonus, comprehensive training programme, flexible working arrangements, and a wide range of learning and development opportunities. Additional benefits include annual leave, cycle‑to‑work, critical illness benefit, employee assistance programme, group personal pension, health care, season ticket loan, and various retail perks.
Diversity, Inclusion and Well‑Being
We recruit talented people from diverse backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all regardless of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, or culture. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and are Stonewall Diversity Champions.
Additional Information
If successful, a pre‑employment screening process will be conducted covering eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, criminal records, financial stability, and references from previous employers.
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