Solicitor, NQ - 2PQE, Commercial Litigation

Role Overview

• Working alongside senior lawyers to support a wide range of matters
• Assisting on large and complex transactions, with appropriate supervision
• Managing your own caseload of more straightforward matters as you develop
• Handling client and internal enquiries efficiently and professionally
• Liaising directly with clients and other stakeholders
• Working effectively to meet strict deadlines and commercial priorities
• Involvement with business development opportunities

Requirements

• Genuine desire to specialise and develop expertise in** Commercial Litigation**
• High levels of initiative and the ability to thrive in a demanding environment
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skill
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a busy team
• A strong client-focused mindset, with a commitment to building lasting relationships

Benefits

We embrace agile working and offer a blended approach to where and how we work.****We appreciate that people have different needs and preferences and we’re keen to be flexible, after all, we value what you do, not where you do it.****We have the following hubs across the UK: Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Leicester, Lincoln, London, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Sheffield, Stratford upon Avon & Tunbridge Wells.**This role is being recruited on a hybrid basis from our Birmingham **hub.****Want to find out more about our amazing benefits? *****Additional information:****Please be aware, for some vacancies, where we receive high numbers of applications we may need to bring the close date forward. Due to the nature of the work undertaken, confirmation of employment will be subject to a variety of checks which will be carried out once an offer of employment is accepted. Details of the checks can be found here.****Equal opportunitiesShakespeare Martineau is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture within our business where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, regardless of their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.