Contract & Commercial Litigation Legal Executive

Salary: From £37,000, depending on experience

Locations: This role can be hybrid or fully remote. Occasional attendance at the Leeds, Bristol or Cardiff office may be required for internal meetings.

Type: Permanent, full time

The Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a national law firm for a litigation professional to join their Contract Resolution Group within the Civil Litigation Division. You will manage a varied caseload of civil and commercial litigation matters (excluding personal injury), acting for both Claimants and Defendants. Work includes commercial and consumer contract disputes, misrepresentation, professional negligence and construction matters. Caseloads come from both Legal Expenses Insurance and private clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of fast, intermediate and multi‑track litigation files
• Advising clients by phone and in person
• Progressing matters using the case management system
• Billing and invoicing

Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Experience advising individuals and commercial clients on contract‑based disputes
• Ability to manage your own caseload
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills
• Client‑focused with excellent communication
• Confident using case management systems
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office

Desirable:

• Experience working with insurance‑funded clients

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor (LLB/CILEX route), or
• FCILEx, or
• Equivalent experience

About the Firm

Our client is a well‑established national law firm providing legal services to individuals and businesses. They work closely with insurers, banks and membership organisations, offering consistent, high‑quality legal support.

Please apply ASAP in order to be considered.