Litigation Solicitor

General Description

Litigation Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive – Cheltenham | Hybrid Working

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A leading, well-established law firm in Cheltenham is seeking an experienced Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its highly regarded Litigation team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative, client-focused environment where excellence and professional development are at the heart of everything we do.

The role

You will be responsible for managing your own caseload, assisting on director-led matters where appropriate, and supporting and supervising junior members of the team. Key responsibilities include:

• Advising a diverse client base, including corporate entities, trusts, charities, and individuals
• Managing matters from initial engagement to conclusion, formulating strategy, and providing ongoing advice
• Drafting statements of case, witness statements, legal correspondence, and other documentation
• Instructing and working with counsel
• Representing clients in court, mediation, and settlement negotiations
• Contributing to business development and networking for yourself, the litigation team, and the firm

Ideally, you will be comfortable with a wide range of litigation matters including general, civil, and commercial disputes, property litigation, and contentious probate. xwzovoh

You will bring strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a commercial approach to delivering high-quality client service.

About you

• Experienced Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• Proven ability to manage a caseload and assist on complex, high-value matters
• Strong drafting, advocacy, and advisory skills
• Collaborative, proactive, and commercially minded

What’s on offer

• Defined career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Pension
• Private medical insurance
• Group income protection (PHI)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional discretionary leave
• Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders
• Charity of the Year initiatives and social events

If you are ambitious, client-focused, and ready to take the next step in your litigation career, I’d love to hear from you.