Placr Recruitment
Haywards Heath, Sussex
Feb 07, 2026
Full time
Litigation / Dispute Resolution Solicitor (3+ PQE) Location: Haywards Heath (Hybrid working available) Salary: £60,000 £80,000 + bonus & commission Contract: Full-time Level: Salaried Partner (for the right candidate) The Opportunity Our client is seeking an experienced Litigation / Dispute Resolution Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join their growing and ambitious team in Haywards Heath. This is an outstanding opportunity for a confident disputes lawyer to take on a senior role within a modern, forward-thinking firm, with salaried partner status available from the outset for the right individual. The practice has a strong focus on advising business clients, handling a broad and high-quality caseload of commercial, civil, and property-related disputes. The firm is investing heavily in technology and innovation and offers the chance to play a key role in shaping a modern, AI-enabled dispute resolution practice. Hybrid working is available, alongside a collaborative and supportive team culture. Key Responsibilities Managing a varied caseload of civil, commercial, and property litigation matters Advising predominantly business clients on dispute strategy and resolution Handling matters through all stages, including pre-action, litigation, ADR, and settlement Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development Supervising and mentoring junior team members where appropriate Supporting the continued growth and development of the dispute resolution department About You Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 3+ years PQE Solid experience across a broad mix of civil, commercial, and/or property litigation Strong technical ability combined with excellent client-handling skills Commercially minded and confident in contributing to business development Comfortable working collaboratively within a team-focused environment Employment law experience is welcomed but not required What's on Offer Generous basic salary of £60,000 £80,000 (depending on experience) Bonus structure: 20% of billings above £180,000 Commission: 15% of any work introduced to the firm Salaried Partner designation from day one (for the right candidate) High-quality, interesting work with a strong business client base Hybrid working and flexibility A supportive, mixed-level team within a modern, technology-driven firm Genuine opportunity to influence and help shape a progressive dispute resolution practice