Job Description
Litigation Solicitor (Civil Litigation)
Salary: £45,000 to £65,000 DOE
Location: Basildon area
High-quality caseload and genuine progression
Our client is looking to add a capable Litigation Solicitor to a busy, well-regarded team in the Basildon area. If you enjoy running your own matters end-to-end, building trusted client relationships, and want a role where your work is valued (not just your hours), this is a brilliant opportunity to step into a supportive environment with clear scope to progress.
The Role
You will handle a varied civil litigation caseload, delivering a high standard of client care and helping to develop the department’s offering.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing a caseload of civil litigation matters from instruction through to resolution
- Advising clients clearly on strategy, risk, costs, and next steps
- Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and settlement documentation
- Negotiating settlements and representing clients where appropriate
- Supporting business development and helping grow the litigation service line
- Maintaining excellent file management and ensuring full regulatory compliance (SRA standards)
Caseload / Technical Focus
The role will suit someone comfortable with general civil litigation, with property litigation / property disputes experience being advantageous.
Experience in any of the below is helpful:
- Landlord and tenant disputes
- Boundary disputes / rights of way
- Contractual disputes
- Debt recovery
- Contentious probate (desirable, not essential)
Requirements (Essential)
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
- 2+ years’ PQE (guideline, flexibility for the right person)
- UK practice experience handling civil litigation matters
- Proven ability to run files independently with appropriate supervision
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills
- Excellent organisation, communication, and client care
- Comfortable using case management systems and Microsoft Office (or similar legal tech)
What’s on Offer
Alongside a competitive salary, our client offers a package designed to support performance, wellbeing, and long-term development.
Benefits include:
- Competitive salary: £45,000 to £65,000 DOE
- Clear career progression (including pathway towards Senior Associate/Team Lead for the right person)
- Supportive team culture with access to supervision and mentoring
- Ongoing training and development (CPD and skills development)
- Modern systems and structured processes to help you run files efficiently
- Pension and holiday entitlement (details available on request)
Location & Working Arrangement
- Basildon area
- Working arrangement to be confirmed, with flexibility discussed at interview stage.
Apply / Enquire (Confidential)
To apply or have a confidential chat first, contact:
If you’re not actively looking but would be open to hearing more, feel free to email with a suitable time for a quick, discreet call.
Confidentiality assured: all applications and enquiries will be handled in strict confidence, and no details will be shared with our client without your prior consent.