Litigation Solicitor NQ+

Role: Property and Finance Litigation Solicitor (NQ to 5PQE)

Location: Manchester

Salary: £42K to £75K DOE

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment is working with a highly respected and growing law firm that is looking to appoint a talented Litigation Solicitor to join its expanding team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a diligent, confident, and self-motivated solicitor seeking high-quality litigation work, direct exposure to a varied client base, and genuine long-term career progression.

The successful candidate will join a rapidly growing Finance Litigation Department, acting for a diverse range of clients including individuals, companies, and private lenders. The team handles a significant volume of challenging and complex matters, offering the opportunity to develop expertise while working alongside experienced practitioners.

Client care is a key focus for the firm, and they are looking for someone who takes pride in delivering an exceptional service and building strong, long-lasting client relationships. You will work closely with the Partner whilst also managing your own caseload, making the ability to work independently and take ownership of matters essential.

The Role

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• Manage a varied caseload of finance litigation matters from inception through to resolution.
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• Draft pleadings, witness statements, applications, and instructions to Counsel.
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• Provide commercially focused legal advice to clients.
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• Develop and maintain excellent client relationships.
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• Support the Partner on complex and high-value litigation matters.
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• Work effectively within the firm's procedures and SRA regulations.
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• Deliver outstanding client care and service at all times.
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Essential Skills

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• Strong commercial awareness.
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• Extensive general litigation experience.
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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
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• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage strict deadlines.
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• Proven experience managing your own caseload.
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• Experience preparing pleadings, witness statements, briefs to Counsel, and other litigation documents.
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• Demonstrable ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
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• Managing your own caseload with minimal supervision.
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• Developing and maintaining relationships with repeat clients.
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• Experience handling demanding client requirements while delivering excellent service.
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Preferred Experience

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• Receivership and insolvency matters.
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• Mortgage possession claims.
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• Acting for finance company clients.
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• High Court litigation.
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What's on Offer?

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• High-quality, challenging litigation work.
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• Exposure to a broad client base including private lenders, businesses, and individuals.
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• Opportunity to work closely with an experienced Partner.
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• Clear and genuine career progression opportunities.
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• A supportive and ambitious team environment.
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• The chance to play a key role within a growing and successful department.
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If you're a motivated Litigation Solicitor looking for a role that offers both quality work and real progression prospects, we'd love to hear from you.