Are you a seasoned litigation solicitor with a passion for commercial and property law? Dexters Group is seeking a highly skilled In-house Litigation Solicitor to join our bustling legal and compliance teams. This is your chance to provide pivotal legal support within a dynamic environment, collaborating closely with our customer relations team to manage and resolve legal disputes.
Location: Clapham Junction and/or Teddington
Hours: Full-time Monday-Friday 8:30 am-5:30 pm - Office Based Only
Salary: Circa £70,000 (subject to experience)
Main Purpose of the Role
Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Defend claims against the Dexters Group and pursue financial and debt claims within our customer relations team.
Legal Management and Coordination: Deliver comprehensive legal advice on litigation matters, with opportunities to work on investigations
Collaboration and Efficiency: Partner with internal clients and the customer relations team to ensure timely and effective delivery on all legal matters.
Commercial and Commercial Leases: Over time the role could extend to assist with the group’s expanding portfolio of trading premises and commercial leases.Skills & Experience
- Qualified solicitor (4-5+ PQE) with demonstrable experience in litigation with a preference for experience in residential landlord and tenant law, property and residential tenancy- related litigation.
- Understanding of estate and lettings agency law, strong commercial background, and significant experience with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and county court proceedings.
Collaborative Skills: Ability to work closely with internal clients, building strong relationships across the business.
Ambitious & Proactive: Stay updated with relevant legal and market developments, providing guidance on strategic, legal, or reputational issues.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage legal claims for and against the group, including preparing defence and witness statements, and briefing counsel when required
- Ensuring compliance with court deadlines.
- Appearing in court on behalf of the group for claims for and against the business.
- Provide advice on contentious legal matters to internal clients and the customer relations team.
- Liaise with external panel law firms and/or counsel for complex claims, maintaining a cost-effective service
- Drive continuous improvement in legal processes, identifying efficiencies and cost-reduction opportunities
- Manage legal costs effectively, fostering a culture of disciplined cost management
- In due course, working with group solicitor on commercial property matters including assisting with commercial tenancy agreements and renewals of commercial contracts
If you're ready to leverage your expertise in a challenging and rewarding role, and are eager to make a significant impact within a dynamic company, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and become a crucial part of our journey at Dexters Group!
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