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Permanent

Senior Solicitor

Orpington
money-bag £50000 - £70000/annum Excellent benefits
Posted 1 week ago

Senior Solicitor

Bromley | Hybrid Working

Full-time, Permanent

Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

This role is offering an opportunity to take real ownership of a thriving, claimant-focused litigation function within a fast-growing firm, and play a central role in its next phase of expansion.

We''re partnering with an ambitious, specialist practice in motor accident litigation (credit hire & debt recovery), now seeking a commercially astute litigation leader to drive performance, elevate standards, and help shape the future of the business.

The Role:

  • You''ll step into a true leadership position, combining strategic direction, team development, and hands-on involvement in complex, high-value litigation.
  • You''ll have the autonomy to influence how the department operates, improve systems and processes, and build a high-performing, results-driven culture.
  • Alongside this, you''ll retain involvement in a quality caseload of litigated matters, ensuring technical excellence remains at the core of everything the team delivers.

Responsibilities:

Litigation

  • Manage a caseload of complex, high-value claims (-25k - -100k+)
  • Handle Multi Track matters from inception through to trial/settlement
  • Oversee pleadings, evidence, and case strategy
  • Instruct Counsel and guide cases through to successful outcomes
  • Ensure full compliance with CPR and procedural requirements

Leadership & Strategy

  • Take full ownership of the Litigation Department
  • Drive performance, accountability, and a strong commercial mindset
  • Identify risks early and work closely with Directors on key decisions
  • Improve processes, workflows, and overall legal delivery
  • Play a key role in wider business strategy and growth
  • Lead, mentor, and develop solicitors and fee earners
  • Conduct reviews, provide training, and support career progression
  • Oversee hiring and help build out the team as the firm grows
  • Maintain high standards through file reviews and compliance checks

Commercial Oversight

  • Monitor billing, recoveries, and departmental profitability
  • Report on performance and identify opportunities for growth
  • Ensure efficient case progression and strong financial outcomes

About You

  • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a current practising certificate (preferred)
  • Strong litigation background, ideally within motor claims
  • Extensive experience in credit hire and/or debt recovery
  • Proven experience leading or supervising a litigation team
  • Excellent working knowledge of CPR and litigation procedure
  • Experience handling both Fast Track and Multi Track work
  • Commercially aware with a focus on performance and profitability
  • Experience working with insurer clients or panel work
  • Comfortable using case management systems and legal tech

What''s On Offer

  • Competitive salary (DOE)
  • Hybrid working flexibility
  • 32 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Birthday off
  • Pension scheme
  • Ongoing professional development
  • Paid charity day

Interested?

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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