Solicitor/Head of Department - Private Client General Litigation

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; Bromley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Job description

Our well-established and approachable Private Client Team is looking for a passionate, driven, and highly skilled solicitor to provide outstanding legal services. This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career while handling a diverse and challenging caseload across multiple areas of law.

In this role, you will advise clients on a variety of disputes, including contentious trust and probate, employment issues, property and land matters, landlord and tenant conflicts, debt recovery, and contractual consumer disputes. You will manage cases from start to finish, delivering expert legal advice, representing clients in court when needed, and negotiating favourable outcomes. Strong communication and client management skills are essential, as you will be working closely with clients and other legal professionals.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor with a solid background in general litigation to take the next step in their career. You will be part of a collaborative and supportive team, working alongside experienced legal professionals while making a meaningful impact on clients’ legal matters.

The Firm
Long established, our client specialises in delivering first-class service across a wide spectrum of practice areas to both businesses and individuals. Staffed by a team of legal professionals who are experts in their chosen fields, the firm prides itself on providing jargon-free advice in clear and concise language and as a result, has developed a loyal and growing client base as well as numerous accreditations.

Is this the position for you?

1. You should have over five years of post-qualification experience handling a range of litigation cases, ideally covering commercial, civil, and property disputes.
2. A strong understanding of civil litigation procedures is essential, including pre-action protocols, court processes, and alternative dispute resolution.
3. You must have a proven track record of managing a varied caseload of general litigation matters for private clients.
4. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills are required.
5. A client-focused approach is essential, with the ability to build strong relationships and deliver outstanding service.
6. You should be capable of working independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team.
7. Strong commercial awareness and keen attention to detail are a must.

What will you get in return?

1. Hybrid working schemes
2. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
3. Contribution to legal fees
4. Death in service benefit
5. Birthday off
6. Christmas and profit share bonus
7. Access to ‘cycle to work’ scheme
8. Medicash Health Plan
9. Private Medical Insurance, to name a few