Lawyer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified lawyer to join a leading Law firm, renowned for its expertise and innovation in handling Household and Commercial Property claims. You will manage a diverse and technically challenging caseload, build strong client relationships, and deliver practical, high-quality legal solutions for some of the firm’s most respected insurer clients.

Main Responsibilities for the successful Lawyer:

• Investigate and analyse cases to determine causes of action, gather evidence, and develop effective legal strategies.
• Conduct timely reviews of new matters, assessing funding, risk, and strategic options to guide case progression.
• Manage disclosure processes and critically evaluate evidence to strengthen claims and support litigation outcomes.
• Instruct, brief, and liaise with counsel, experts, and third parties to ensure seamless case management.
• Draft clear and accurate legal documents, formal pleadings, letters, and other correspondence.
• Attend conferences, hearings, and trials, providing strategic support to counsel and contributing to successful outcomes.
• Maintain proactive and transparent communication with clients, insurers, and other stakeholders, ensuring expectations are managed effectively.
• Lead settlement discussions, prepare proposals, and manage the drafting of pre-action applications, interim applications, and trial documentation.
• Support alternative dispute resolution processes, including mediation, to achieve cost-effective and timely solutions.
• Conduct advocacy on behalf of clients, both in court and via telephone or virtual hearings.
• Ensure compliance with all professional, regulatory, and legal standards, maintaining the highest levels of ethical and professional practice.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified solicitor or equivalent with technical capability in property litigation.
• 3-5 years’ experience in Defendant’s property litigation.
• Experience managing a caseload independently.
• Understanding of Household and Commercial property recoveries.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.
• Excellent attention to detail and effective use of case management systems.
• Professional interpersonal skills to liaise with senior claims handlers and clients.

What we offer in return to the successful Lawyer: 

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• Monday to Friday- Hybrid working.
• Exceptional benefit package including private medical and more.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.

Paradigm Employment Services Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.