We are looking for a Dispute Resolution Solicitor / Legal Executive NQ to 5 Years+ PQE, to work at our Leeds office dealing with a mixed litigation caseload, predominantly focused on property litigation and professional negligence.
Joining our company at this stage will be a fantastic opportunity, providing all the benefits of working in a well-established company with high quality standards, security and an established team whilst also being part of a growing, forward-thinking organisation, keen to implement new innovations and technologies who value new ideas and suggestions.
At Levi Solicitors, quality and support matter – both for our clients and our staff.
Main Responsibilities:
Person Specification
We are seeking someone who is:
- A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive.
- NQ to 5 Years PQE with an interest (and preferably experience) in Litigation, Professional Negligence, Property Litigation and/or Contentious Probate.
- Highly motivated, self-driven and professional
- Able to see clients, take instructions and offer advice.
- Prepare and deal with cases from inception to conclusion taking full responsibility for those matters allocated to you.
- Maintain accurate time recoding, ensuring the accurate billing of matters you have handled.
- To be familiar with current rules relating to the professional conduct of solicitors.
- Assist the senior members of the team when required.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to professionally manage a busy caseload with attention to detail.
- Effective communication.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong team player and the ability to work on own initiative.
- A passion for providing quality client care and successfully delivering results on time.
Salary and Benefits
- £35,000 upwards (commensurate to experience) + generous bonus scheme
- Hybrid working – 60% office-based, 40% working from home (you are also welcome to work in the office full time if you prefer). After initial office-based training period.
- Work/life balance and supportive, friendly work environment
- Generous holiday entitlement (including Christmas closure, your birthday off and incremental holiday days)
- Health care cash plan
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Casual dress code (business attire only when meeting clients).
- Sports and Social and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee.
- Paid volunteer day off to support a cause of your choice.
- Employee Assistance Programme to support your well-being.
Why Join Us?
Joining Levi Solicitors offers you all the benefits of working in a well-established firm while being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation. We are passionate about innovation and welcome fresh ideas and suggestions, ensuring you can make a real difference to the future of the firm. Our commitment to investing in our people means you’ll receive ongoing support and development in a role that offers variety, responsibility, and career advancement.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: From £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Referral programme
- Wellness programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Leeds, West Yorkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Litigation: 3 years (preferred)
- dispute resolution: 3 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
