Legal Counsel (Litigation)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Litigation Solicitor to join a well-established business and In House legal function, with a strong presence in the construction and property sectors. This role offers the chance to provide expert guidance and support across a range of contentious matters, engaging with key stakeholders and contributing to the overall legal strategy of the business. This role would suit candidates from a Construction, Property or Commercial Litigation background.

What you'll do:

As a Legal Counsel, your role will be pivotal in managing and resolving disputes affecting the business. You will have the opportunity to utilise your expertise in construction or property litigation, although candidates with other commercial litigation backgrounds will also be considered. Your excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities will be crucial in handling pre-action negotiations, ADR, and formal litigation proceedings. Furthermore, your strong communication skills will enable you to effectively liaise with external legal counsel and provide training to internal teams.

• Managing a broad range of litigation matters, including construction and property disputes.
• Advising internal stakeholders on dispute resolution strategies to minimise legal risk.
• Handling pre-action negotiations, alternative dispute resolution (ADR), and formal litigation proceedings.
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including pleadings, witness statements, and settlement agreements.
• Liaising with and managing external legal counsel when required.
• Providing training and guidance to internal teams on litigation risks and best practices.
• Keeping up to date with relevant legal and industry developments to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Legal Counsel position will be a qualified solicitor with significant experience in Litigation. A background in construction or property litigation would be advantageous but is not essential. You should possess strong negotiation and advocacy skills, along with excellent analytical abilities. Your ability to manage multiple cases effectively under pressure will be key to your success in this role.

• Qualified solicitor with significant experience in litigation.
• Background in construction or property litigation is preferred.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases effectively and work under pressure.

What sets this company apart:

You'll have the opportunity to work within a highly regarded in-house legal team dealing with high-quality, complex litigation matters within a nationally recongnised business. The company fosters a supportive and collaborative workplace culture and provides opportunities for career progression.

If you want to learn more, please contact me for a confidential conversation on the below.

Ciaran.ONeill@RobertWalters.com
07721019717

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates