Job title: Litigation Solicitor (3-4 PQE)
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Legal
Sub-Functional Expertise: 3 Year PQE Solicitor
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £50,000.00
Location: London, UK
Job published: 2026-07-02
Job ID: 64238
Contact name: David Hawthorne-Finch
Phone number: +443339962882
Contact email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Job Description

Litigation Solicitor (3-4 PQE)

Salary : c£50,000 - £65,000 DOE

Location: London

 

Join a Growing Litigation Team Handling High-Quality Civil & Property Disputes

 

Are you a Litigation Solicitor looking to take the next step in your legal career with a firm that values ambition, client service and commercial awareness?

Our client, an established and growing London-based law firm, is seeking a talented Litigation Solicitor (3-4 years' PQE) to join its expanding disputes team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied caseload of civil and property litigation matters, develop your technical expertise, and build a long-term career within a supportive and entrepreneurial environment.

If you are looking for greater responsibility, direct client contact, and a clear route for progression, this role offers an excellent platform for your next move.

 

The Opportunity

Joining a busy and growing litigation department, you will manage your own caseload while working closely with senior solicitors and partners on more complex matters.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing a caseload of civil and property litigation matters
  • Conducting litigation from instruction through to resolution
  • Drafting pleadings, witness statements and settlement agreements
  • Advising clients on dispute resolution strategies
  • Attending hearings, mediations and negotiations where appropriate
  • Maintaining high standards of client care and case management
  • Supporting business development initiatives and networking activities
  • Ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and profitably

 

About You

We are keen to speak with commercially-minded solicitors who enjoy client-facing work and are looking to further develop their litigation career.

Essential Requirements

  • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
  • 3-4 years' PQE within Litigation
  • Strong experience handling civil litigation matters
  • Experience in property litigation would be highly advantageous
  • Ability to manage a caseload with minimal supervision
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills
  • Strong client relationship management experience
  • Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development

Desirable Experience

  • Landlord and tenant disputes
  • Property possession claims
  • Contract disputes
  • Debt recovery matters
  • Professional negligence claims
  • Mediation and alternative dispute resolution

 

Performance & Billing Expectations

This role would suit a commercially focused solicitor who is comfortable working within a fee-generating environment.

  • Ability to manage a profitable caseload
  • Understanding of billing and utilisation targets
  • Confidence in maintaining strong client relationships and generating repeat business
  • Commitment to achieving and exceeding performance expectations

 

Salary & Benefits

Package

  • Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 per annum (dependent upon experience and billing capability)
  • Annual salary review
  • Genuine career progression opportunities
  • Exposure to high-quality and varied litigation matters
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Ongoing professional development and training
  • Direct client contact and responsibility
  • Opportunity to contribute to the growth of the department
  • Modern London office with excellent transport links
  • Administrative and operational support

 

Why Apply?

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Litigation Solicitor seeking a role that offers autonomy, career progression and exposure to a broad range of civil and property disputes. You'll join a firm that values initiative, rewards performance, and provides a platform for long-term success.

 

Apply Now

For a confidential discussion or to apply for this opportunity, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch

Telephone: 0333 996 2882
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com
Website: https://h-fts.com

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. H-FTS is acting as a recruitment consultancy on behalf of our client.