Senior Litigation Solicitor

3 days ago


England Essex Essex, Eastern England, United Kingdom Austen Lloyd Limited Full time

Head of Litigation - Essex

Senior Litigation Solicitor role

Are you an experienced Senior Litigation Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career? A highly regarded and growing Essex-based law firm is looking for a dynamic Head of Litigation to lead their expanding department.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm with ambitious growth plans, offering autonomy, career progression, and the potential to step into a directorship role.

The Role:

As Head of Litigation, you will:

  • Lead and manage the firm's litigation team, providing mentorship and support.
  • Oversee a varied caseload, including a wide range of commercial and civil dispute matters
  • Drive the department's growth by developing client relationships and expanding the firm's reach.
  • Work closely with the senior leadership team to shape and deliver strategic goals.
  • Enjoy the freedom to make your mark and drive innovation in the department.

About You:

The ideal candidate will be:

  • A qualified solicitor with extensive experience in litigation, ideally in a leadership role.
  • Confident handling complex cases with strong technical expertise.
  • Proactive in business development, with a track record of building client relationships.
  • Ambitious, with the drive to grow the team and take on future directorship responsibilities.

What's on Offer:

  • Competitive salary with a performance-based bonus.
  • A clear path to directorship quickly and further career progression.
  • A collaborative and supportive working environment.
  • Autonomy to lead and shape the department.
  • Exciting growth opportunities with a firm dedicated to expansion.

If you're an ambitious and skilled litigator looking for the chance to lead a thriving department and be part of an exciting growth journey, we'd love to hear from you Contact Gemma at Austen Lloyd as soon as possible, quoting Role Ref: GL 58819 (Litigation Solicitor - Essex)



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