Job title: Litigation Lawyer
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Legal
Sub-Functional Expertise: 4 Years PQE Senior Associate / Solicitor
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £70,000.00
Location: Chelmsford, UK
Job published: 2025-12-10
Job ID: 51348
Contact name: David Hawthorne-Finch
Phone number: +443339962882
Contact email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Job Description

Litigation Lawyer

Location: Chelmsford

Salary: £55,000–£70,000 DOE | Complex Caseload & Career Progression

Take Your Litigation Career Further with a Leading Chelmsford Firm

Are you a skilled Litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive seeking a role with real challenge, autonomy, and career growth?

Our client, a respected law firm in Chelmsford, is looking for a talented litigator to join their highly regarded team. You’ll work on a diverse range of commercial and individual matters, enjoy direct client contact, and benefit from a supportive, ambitious environment.

Your Role: Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

  • Manage a varied caseload including landlord & tenant, breach of contract, debt recovery, insolvency, and commercial litigation matters

  • Advise and represent both commercial and private clients

  • Build strong relationships with clients and referrers

  • Deliver practical, commercially minded legal advice

  • Collaborate with your team to achieve targets and support business growth

What We’re Looking For: Key Requirements

To excel in this role, you will have:

  • Ideally 4 years’+ PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive

  • Recent, relevant UK litigation experience

  • Technical expertise in landlord & tenant, contract disputes, debt recovery, and insolvency

  • Excellent client care, communication, and organisational skills

  • A proactive, ethical, and team-oriented approach

  • A desire for continuous professional development and career advancement

Benefits & Perks

Enjoy a comprehensive package including:

  • Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

  • Competitive salary: £55,000–£70,000 DOE

  • Pension scheme

  • Health cash plan

  • Professional training and personal development support

  • Discounted parking

  • Christmas/New Year office closure

  • Regular team socials and events

  • A positive, inclusive office culture

Career Progression & Support

  • Clear progression opportunities and increasing responsibility

  • Ongoing training and senior mentorship

  • Support for further specialist qualifications

Location & Working Arrangements

  • Based in modern Chelmsford offices with flexible/hybrid working options

How to Apply

Ready to advance your litigation career? For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact David at d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  Please submit your CV and a brief summary of your experience.

All applications are handled in the strictest confidence. Our client is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.