Overview
Associate – Litigation – Hybrid – 4-7 Years PQE
Location: Hybrid (Hybrid)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £60,000 to £80,000
A well-established legal practice is seeking a skilled and motivated Litigation Associate with 4-7 years’ post-qualification experience to join its growing litigation team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a broad range of litigation matters including commercial, property, construction, and contested estates, while contributing to strategic growth and client development.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for managing your own caseload and supporting senior colleagues on complex disputes, including:
- Handling commercial, property, and construction litigation
- Advising on contested wills, estates, and debt recovery
- Managing cases from initial enquiry through to trial
- Drafting pleadings, correspondence, and witness statements
- Liaising with clients, Counsel, and experts
- Attending hearings and settlement discussions
- Delegating tasks to trainees and junior staff
- Supporting business development and client relationship management
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:
- 4-7 years PQE in litigation (applications from strong candidates outside this range will be considered)
- Proven ability to manage a caseload through to trial
- Strong advocacy, drafting, and negotiation skills
- Excellent knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and litigation processes
- Experience working directly with clients, Counsel, and experts
- Commercial awareness and ability to build client/referrer relationships
Benefits
The firm offers:
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + up to 3 paid Christmas days
- Private health and dental cover
- Digital GP and confidential counselling support
- Pension contributions
- Life cover
- Ride to Work scheme
- Professional subscriptions and MBL Smart Plan
- Supportive team culture and flexible working arrangements
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
This employer is an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £60000 – £80000 per annum
Location: Cardiff,
