Solicitor/FCILEX - General Litigation

**Job Summary** We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Solicitor/FCILEX specialising in General Litigation to join our dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a diverse caseload, providing expert legal advice, and representing clients in various litigation matters. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to develop their career within a reputable firm committed to delivering high\-quality legal services. This is a new role so there is potential to grow and develop a department, so an ideal opportunity for anyone with aspirations to develop their careers in the long term. **Responsibilities** * Triage new cases and onboard Clients, or provide legal advice. * Manage a varied caseload of general litigation matters, including contractual disputes, negligence claims, and property disputes. * Provide clear and strategic legal advice to clients, ensuring they are well\-informed about their rights and options. * Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents such as pleadings, statements of claim, and settlement agreements. * Represent clients at court hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations with professionalism and confidence. * Conduct legal research to stay abreast of relevant legislation and case law developments impacting litigation cases. * Collaborate with colleagues across departments to ensure seamless delivery of legal services. * Maintain accurate case files and ensure compliance with firm policies and regulatory standards. **Skills** * Qualified Solicitor or FCILEX with experience in general litigation across multiple sectors. * Strong negotiation skills with the ability to achieve favourable outcomes for clients. * Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases efficiently under tight deadlines. * Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, tailored to diverse audiences. * Analytical mindset with keen attention to detail and problem\-solving abilities. * Proactive attitude with a commitment to continuous professional development within the field of litigation law. **Place of Work and Hours** The job will be office based, in Doncaster, during probation with the potential for home working on a hybrid basis depending upon the candidate. Full time hours are a 37\.5 hour week, and core business hours are 09:00\-17:30 Monday to Friday with a 1 hour lunch break. There is some flexibility to this depending on locality to the office but it also needs to suit business needs. Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent Pay: From £32,000\.00 per year Work Location: Hybrid remote in Doncaster DN4 5RA