- Salary
- £40k – £50k/yr
- Location
- Bodmin, Cornwall
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Legal
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Closing date
- Today
Description
Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers is pleased to present an excellent opportunity for a Litigation Lawyer to join a busy, modern and forward-thinking law firm in Bodmin.
With a varied high-quality caseload, a supportive team and genuine scope for business development, this is a compelling opportunity for a commercially aware litigator ready to take ownership of their practice.
About the Client
Our client is a well-established high street law firm with offices across North Cornwall, serving a broad and loyal client base. They offer a supportive working environment, strong in-house training and development, and a comprehensive benefits package.
About the Role
You will manage your own varied caseload of litigation matters across a broad range of areas, working with the backing of a collaborative team. There is real scope to contribute to business development and networking, as well as to maintain and build on the firm's strong existing client relationships.
Litigation Lawyer Responsibilities
- Managing a varied and high-quality litigation caseload independently
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Contributing to business development and networking activities
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across departments
- Ensuring compliance with AML requirements and risk management obligations
- Maintaining effective file management and organisational standards
Litigation Lawyer Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with practising rights and 3+ years' PQE
- Experience managing your own litigation caseload
- Strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness
- Excellent client care and communication skills, written and verbal
- Sound understanding of AML compliance and risk management
- Organised, meticulous and solutions-focused approach
- Positive, collaborative attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Bonus scheme
- 21 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing over time
- Generous Christmas and New Year office closure
- Free parking
- Company pension scheme
- Free or subsidised legal services
- Practising Certificate costs covered
- In-house training and development opportunities
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a technically strong and commercially minded litigator with at least 3 years' PQE and a genuine enthusiasm for their work. You'll be confident managing your own caseload, proactive in building client relationships, and keen to play an active role in the growth of the department.
For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers: