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An established Top 200 UK law firm with a strong regional presence and a heritage dating back to 1856 is seeking an experienced Litigation Executive, Legal Executive, or Solicitor to join its growing Dispute Resolution team in Newark, Nottinghamshire. With a focus on client service and technical excellence, the firm is known for providing a wide range of legal and wealth management services across the Midlands.
Benefits Include:-
Generous holiday entitlement
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Staff discount on legal services
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Income protection
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Life assurance (3x salary)
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Salary exchange pension scheme
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Employee Assistance Programme
This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and structured legal professional to take on a mixed caseload of civil litigation matters and work within a friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking team.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage a varied caseload of civil litigation matters independently
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Provide practical, solution-focused legal advice to a wide range of clients
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Convert enquiries and quotations into new business
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Work closely with colleagues and contribute to business development and marketing activity
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal developments in dispute resolution
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Adhere to firm-wide financial and compliance procedures, including accurate time recording, billing, and risk management
Essential:
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Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or experienced Litigation Executive
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Experience managing your own caseload of civil litigation matters
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Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
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Professional, confident, and client-focused
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Able to work independently and meet tight deadlines
Desirable:
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Familiarity with SOS Connect or other case management systems
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Experience using HR or legal admin systems (e.g. CIPHR)
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Commercial mindset with a focus on generating new work
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Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire
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Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:15 (36.25 hours/week)
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Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
