Litigation Executive / Solicitor / Legal Executive
Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Overview
A leading regional law firm with offices across Lincolnshire and the Midlands is seeking a confident, proactive, and structured Litigation professional to join its Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Department. This role offers the opportunity to handle a diverse caseload of civil litigation matters while contributing to the growth and development of the department.
The Role
The successful candidate will manage a mixed caseload of civil litigation matters, with responsibilities including:
* Handling a range of civil litigation work
* Generating new work and converting quotations
* Promoting the firms reputation and contributing to business development initiatives in line with the departments Marketing Policy
Key Responsibilities
* Provide ongoing service to existing clients while generating new work
* Develop and enhance the Personal and Business Dispute Resolution Department, maximising cross-referrals across offices and practice areas
* Produce fee income in line with targets and agreed objectives
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant law and practice
* Maintain and enhance professional legal skills
* Manage financial control, including billing and cash flow on client matters
* Maintain accurate records of time spent on client and internal work
* Perform fee-earning work accurately and reliably, in accordance with the firms quality and risk procedures
Person Specification
Essential
* Experienced Litigation Executive, Legal Executive, or Solicitor
* Previous experience managing a busy caseload
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
* Professional, positive, and flexible approach
Desirable
* Experience of SOS Connect or other case management systems
* Previous experience with CIPHR or other HR systems
Attributes
* High level of professionalism
* Positive and adaptable approach to work
Benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement
* Staff discount on legal fees
* Income protection
* Life assurance (3x salary)
* Salary exchange pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme