Civil Litigation Associate Solicitor (Maternity Cover)

Job type: Full-time (35 hours/week)

Start date: May 2026

Salary: Competitive

About the firm

A well‑established, multi‑office law firm in London is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate to join their team on a maternity cover contract. The firm is known for its commitment to high‑quality service, strong client relationships, and a supportive working culture. They pride themselves on accessibility, professionalism, and recruiting exceptional legal talent.

The role

The firm is looking for a high‑calibre Civil Litigation Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE. The successful candidate will manage a varied and complex caseload, demonstrate strong client care skills, and communicate confidently at all levels.

While this is a maternity cover position, there is potential for the role to transition into a permanent opportunity.

Key responsibilities

• Managing a broad range of civil litigation matters from initial instruction through to conclusion
• Providing accurate cost estimates to new clients
• Opening files and progressing matters in accordance with firm procedures and SRA requirements
• Supporting business development initiatives and attending networking events on behalf of the firm

Candidate requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 2 years’ PQE in Civil Litigation
• Strong experience in property litigation matters
• Ability to build and maintain excellent client relationships internally and externally
• Calm, confident approach when handling sensitive or challenging conversations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Experience using legal case management software

If you are interested and meet the above requirements, please apply ASAP.