Outstanding reputation Relocation support Flexible working arrangements
Boys & Maughan is seeking a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with up to five years' post-qualification experience to join our busy and highly regarded Dispute Resolution team based in Margate.
We welcome applications from lawyers with broad litigation experience who enjoy working across a varied caseload and building strong relationships with clients. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team with an outstanding reputation across East Kent and beyond.
This role offers the opportunity to work on a genuinely varied caseload, combining autonomy, client contact and high-quality contentious work.
The role
You will manage your own caseload while working alongside experienced colleagues on more complex matters. Your work is likely to include:
- Property disputes, including landlord and tenant matters
- Employment disputes
- Probate and inheritance disputes
- Contractual disputes
- Boundary and neighbour disputes
- General commercial litigation
You will have a sound understanding of litigation procedures and be comfortable progressing matters from initial instruction through to resolution. The role will involve issuing court proceedings, attending court hearings, drafting pleadings and witness statements, instructing experts and assisting with complex and high-value disputes.
About you
You will be:
- A qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
- Experienced in managing a litigation caseload
- Confident handling court proceedings and dispute resolution processes
- An excellent communicator with strong client care skills
- Empathetic, commercially aware and solutions focused
- Keen to contribute to the continued success and growth of the team
About us
Our Dispute Resolution team is consistently recognised by the legal industry's leading independent directory, The Legal 500, and is known for providing practical, high-quality advice to individuals and businesses across Kent.
Boys & Maughan is one of East Kent's largest and longest-established law firms, with offices across Thanet and Canterbury. We are proud of the long-term relationships we have built with our clients and the consistently positive feedback we receive for our service.
Our Margate office is located on the edge of the Old Town, just a short walk from the harbour, the beach and the Turner Contemporary, offering an enviable working environment on the East Kent coast.
Flexible working
We are happy to consider applications from candidates seeking either full-time or part-time hours.
We recognise the benefits of flexible working and operate both permanent and occasional home-working arrangements. Candidates are welcome to propose a working pattern that includes up to 40% home working.
Relocating to East Kent?
If you are considering a move to the area, we would be pleased to support your relocation. We will pay the conveyancing fees associated with your move and can introduce you to our extensive network of trusted local estate agents.
East Kent offers an excellent quality of life, combining coastal living, attractive market towns and beautiful countryside. Margate is on the high-speed rail line to London, making the capital easily accessible, while the area also benefits from a wide choice of highly regarded schools.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience
- Permanent position
- Full-time hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- Relocation support available
How to apply
To apply, please email your CV together with a covering message outlining your relevant experience, the qualities you would bring to the role and your availability to: Kerry Curson, Human Resources Manager, Boys & Maughan.
If you would like an informal and confidential discussion about the position before applying, please contact Kerry Curson or Vanessa Gawler-James on 01843 234000.
