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Dispute Resolution Solicitor, NQ-2 PQE
Hodge Jones & Allen. Assist senior members of the team with varied civil litigation caseloads .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in civil litigation, including knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and experience with funding arrangements. Strong client management and communication skills are essential for maintaining high client contact and providing exceptional client care.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Civil Litigation ExperienceKnowledge Of Civil Procedure RulesClient Management SkillsProactive Problem-SolvingExperience With Funding Arrangements
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Hard Skills
Civil LitigationContentious ProbateProfessional NegligenceProperty DisputesFunding ArrangementsCFALEI
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationNegotiation SkillsAttention To DetailTeam CollaborationIndependent Work
Industry Keywords
Client CareBusiness DevelopmentEthical StandardsContinuous LearningPost-Qualification Experience
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Assist senior members of the team with varied civil litigation caseloads
- Manage own files
- Develop skills within a supportive and experienced team
- Contribute to complex and interesting cases
- Maintain a high degree of client contact
- Take a proactive approach to marketing and business development
- Operate from the firm’s Central London offices
Requirements
What you’ll need- 0 to 2 years post-qualification experience
- Experience in general civil litigation
- Experience with all funding arrangements including private, CFA and LEI
- Experience in at least one of the following disciplines: contentious probate, professional negligence, or property disputes
- Good working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing a busy and varied caseload effectively
- A proactive approach to problem-solving with strong attention to detail
- Commitment to providing exceptional client care and upholding the firm’s ethical standards
- Enthusiasm for continuous learning and professional development
Benefits
Comp & perks- Generous annual leave (22–27 days depending on role), plus Christmas shutdown and additional birthday leave
- Extra paid leave for volunteering, moving house and study
- Long service recognition leave at 10, 15 and 20 years
- Pension scheme (3% employer contribution, 5% employee, with salary sacrifice option)
- Life assurance (2x salary) and Group Income Protection (up to state pension age)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (subject to qualifying service)
- Wellbeing support, including Mental Health Champions, First Aiders and an Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work scheme and season ticket loan (post-probation)
- Employee referral bonus scheme
- Discounted legal services and access to an extensive Employee Benefits Portal (gym membership, health plans, private medical insurance, dental, cinema and retail discounts)
- Eye care contributions
- Complimentary office fruit deliveries twice weekly
- On-site social space with pool table and subsidised bar
- Excellent training and career development opportunities
- Collaborative working environment