Litigation Fee Earner

Andy File Associates are acting on behalf of our client as a recruitment agency with regards this permanent vacancy Our award winning client is looking to recruit a Litigation Fee Earner to join their Litigation & Dispute Resolution Team based in Hampshire. They are looking for a Litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive with 3-4+ years PQE. This is a full time office based role. To be successful in this role you will be: * Experienced and confident in managing a varied litigation caseload * A self-starter who can take ownership of existing work and build their own caseload * Commercially minded and able to identify and pursue opportunities to grow the firm’s service offering * Client-focused, with excellent communication and relationship-building skills You will receive enquiries in various areas such as: * Property litigation - boundary disputes, landlord-tenant issues, leasehold enfranchisement – a strong and experienced candidate would consolidate the current offering. * Planning disputes - with the right candidate, we can actively market and build this service In litigation * Commercial litigation – a strong candidate could help expand this side of the business Key Resonsibilities * Manage a varied caseload of litigation matters, offering expert legal advice and representation in court, mediation, and settlement negotiations * Draft and manage key legal documents, ensuring compliance and accuracy at every stage * Conduct in-depth legal research and build winning strategies to help clients achieve their goals * Be the trusted point of contact for clients, keeping them updated and guiding them through the litigation process * Prepare for and represent clients at trials, hearings, and other key proceedings * Assist in driving the firm’s growth through business development and networking Caseload includes: * Property Litigation – boundary disputes, landlord-tenant issues, leasehold enfranchisement, service charge disputes. * Commercial Disputes – contract disputes, shareholder disagreements, professional negligence * Debt Recovery – from initial demand to enforcement * General Civil Litigation – defective products (e.g. motor yachts), insolvency disputes You will need to have the following Key Skills & Attributes * Deep knowledge of civil litigation procedures and experience managing cases from start to resolution * Strong attention to detail, organisation, and time-management skills * Excellent client care and communication skills * Proficient in case management systems and Microsoft Office * A natural problem-solver with solid negotiation skills * Personable and keen to be part of a close-knit firm Benefits * 34 days holiday (including bank holidays) * Birthday day off * Free New Forest Parking Clock * Health Cash Plan and Group Life Cover * Company sick pay scheme * Staff Discount Platform * Award-winning training and development