Job Description
Job Title: Solicitor / Barrister - Group Litigation
Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working Available)
Working Hours: Full Time
Salary DOE
Top Tier
I am currently working with a highly regarded and fast-growing litigation practice to recruit a talented Solicitor or Barrister to join their expanding Group Litigation team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded litigator who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is looking to play a key role in complex, large-scale claims. The firm has built an exceptional reputation in this space and continues to invest heavily in both its people and infrastructure.
The Role
You will work closely with Partners and Senior Associates to deliver exceptionally high standards of work across a portfolio of active group claims. This is a hands-on role offering real responsibility, leadership exposure, and the opportunity to help drive cases forward strategically.
The role will include, but is not limited to:
- Working closely with Partners and Senior Associates to deliver exceptional legal work.
- Leading and supervising teams of paralegals and business professionals (including data analysts) to progress client claims in a bulk litigation setting.
- Preparing correspondence to opposing counsel and clients.
- Reviewing and preparing documentation for submission to the Court or Tribunal.
- Resolving data issues and queries arising during the collation and management of client information.
- Developing and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth case progression.
- Managing legal documentation and demonstrating strong case management across multiple active workstreams.
- Conducting legal research, drafting and reviewing key documentation.
- Responding to complex client queries and addressing novel or technically challenging issues with confidence and clarity.
- This is a role that requires both technical excellence and operational oversight, particularly within a bulk claims environment.
The Ideal Candidate
- Qualification in England & Wales.
- Solid litigation experience (group or multi-party litigation experience would be advantageous but is not essential).
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of key legal and business drivers.
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to manage multiple case workstreams effectively in a fast-paced setting.
- Experience supervising trainees and/or paralegals.
- A client-centric mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A proactive, self-starting attitude with the confidence to take ownership of matters.
- The ability to remain calm and solutions-focused when dealing with new, complex or high-pressure issues.
Why Apply?
This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking litigation team where you will be given real responsibility and exposure to complex, high-profile matters. The environment is dynamic, collaborative and ambitious, making it ideal for someone looking to progress their litigation career within a growing and innovative practice.
If you would like to discuss this opportunity confidentially, please contact Millie at Simpson Judge Legal.
