Dispute Resolution Solicitor - VR/22921

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Status: Permanent
Location: Aberdeen
Rate: Available Upon Request

Opportunity to join award winning law firm as they look to grow and develop their Dispute Resolution Team in Aberdeen. With flexibility around longer term blended office based and remote working alongside flexible working hours, this position offers clear progression opportunities. This role would suit a qualified Solicitor with at least 5 years PQE.

     

This is a new, exciting opportunity for a motivated candidate to lead the north-east practice and work closely with the larger national offering. The post will suit an individual keen to take on a lead role or someone who is already in the position of leading a team and looking to make a change. Duties include:

  • Advising clients on a variety of dispute resolution matters.
  • Managing a varied and heavy caseload.
  • Maintaining client expectations.
  • Negotiating settlements and achieving the best possible outcome for clients.
  • Representing clients in court hearings and settlement meetings.
  • Drafting legal documents.
  • Meeting fee target consistently.
  • Working as a team with other members of the department to achieve common goals.
  • Promoting the department and the firm through Business Development.

    

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Qualified Solicitor with at least 5 years PQE.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to work in a pressurised environment.
  • Team working.
  • Strong IT skills.
  • Ability to meet strict deadlines.
  • Attention to detail.

    

KNOWLEDGE

  • Excellent knowledge of dispute resolution matters.
  • Excellent knowledge of Sheriff Court and Court of Session practice and rules.
  • Knowledge of alternative dispute resolution forums.

     

For more information on this position please contact Laura McKenzie on lmckenzie@tmmrecruitment.com or 01224 327020

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