Litigation Solicitor (in-house)

Are you a seasoned litigation solicitor with a passion for commercial and property law? Dexters Group is seeking a highly skilled In-house Litigation Solicitor to join our bustling legal and compliance teams. This is your chance to provide pivotal legal support within a dynamic environment, collaborating closely with our customer relations team to manage and resolve legal disputes.

Location: Clapham Junction and/or Teddington
Hours: Full-time Monday-Friday 8:30 am-5:30 pm - Office Based Only
Salary: Circa £70,000 (subject to experience)

Main Purpose of the Role
Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Defend claims against the Dexters Group and pursue financial and debt claims within our customer relations team.

Legal Management and Coordination: Deliver comprehensive legal advice on litigation matters, with opportunities to work on investigations

Collaboration and Efficiency: Partner with internal clients and the customer relations team to ensure timely and effective delivery on all legal matters.

Commercial and Commercial Leases: Over time the role could extend to assist with the group’s expanding portfolio of trading premises and commercial leases.

Skills & Experience

• Qualified solicitor (4-5+ PQE) with demonstrable experience in litigation with a preference for experience in residential landlord and tenant law, property and residential tenancy-related litigation
• Understanding of estate and lettings agency law, strong commercial background, and significant experience with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and county court proceedings
• Collaborative Skills: Ability to work closely with internal clients, building strong relationships across the business
• Ambitious & Proactive: Stay updated with relevant legal and market developments, providing guidance on strategic, legal, or reputational issues

Key Responsibilitie

• Manage legal claims for and against the group, including preparing defence and witness statements, and briefing counsel when required
• Ensuring compliance with court deadlines
• Appearing in court on behalf of the group for claims for and against the business
• Provide advice on contentious legal matters to internal clients and the customer relations team
• Liaise with external panel law firms and/or counsel for complex claims, maintaining a cost-effective service
• Drive continuous improvement in legal processes, identifying efficiencies and cost-reduction opportunities
• Manage legal costs effectively, fostering a culture of disciplined cost management
• In due course, working with group solicitor on commercial property matters including assisting with commercial tenancy agreements and renewals of commercial contracts