Our client is a respected Legal 500 firm with a strong footprint across East Anglia. Renowned for delivering practical, strategic advice, the firm offers a supportive, forward-thinking environment where ambitious lawyers can develop their careers and take on high-quality, complex work.
The Role
The firm is looking to appoint a Disputes Solicitor (2+ PQE) to join its growing Suffolk team. You will work on a broad caseload of contentious matters, taking responsibility for files from initial instruction through to resolution, while contributing to client development and the growth of the department.
Key Responsibilities
* Acting on commercial and contractual disputes, debt recovery and related claims
* Managing cases across all stages of litigation, including trial and ADR
* Drafting pleadings, witness statements, settlement agreements and correspondence
* Advising clients on risk, strategy, prospects and costs
* Representing clients in mediation, arbitration and negotiation
* Developing new and existing client relationships, including networking and BD initiatives
* Supporting, coaching and supervising junior colleagues where needed
* Working closely with partners on complex and high-value disputes
The Candidate
* Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE
* Confident litigator with strong drafting, analytical and advocacy skills
* Excellent communicator with a client-focused, commercial approach
* Organised, proactive and able to manage a busy and varied caseload
* Team player who can also work independently and show initiative
* Interested in building long-term client relationships and contributing to practice growth
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to handle a broad range of disputes with quality clients
* Collaborative and supportive Legal 500 environment
* Clear progression and career development opportunities
* Hybrid working and a strong emphasis on work-life balance
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