Solicitor 2 – 5 years PQE

Paris Smith LLP is one of the South’s leading law firms with a clear strategy and vision for the future. We are committed to ensuring that clients have a positive experience with the firm and to inspiring our people to reach their full potential, aligned with our values. We have offices in Southampton, Winchester and Bournemouth, with 40 partners and over 170 staff.

Paris Smith is looking for a Property Litigation Solicitor (2–5 years PQE) to join our growing Dispute Resolution team in Southampton or Bournemouth. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied caseload within a collaborative and supportive team, with strong prospects for career development.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated Solicitor or CILEX to join our expanding Property Litigation team on a full-time basis, although part-time may be considered. The successful candidate will have proven experience managing a varied property litigation and wider commercial disputes caseload.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a team consisting of two partners, a senior associate, two solicitors, a paralegal and a secretary, with further work from the wider Dispute Resolution team. You will be joining a busy and friendly team that works collaboratively on a varied caseload covering the full breadth of property litigation services.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of property litigation matters, acting for developers, retail chains, commercial property owners, agents, residential landlords and private individuals
• Work collaboratively with other members of the team on larger matters
• Carry out marketing and business development activities as appropriate
• Provide a high-quality legal service to clients
• Advise on legal procedures and a wide range of associated issues
• Act professionally and to the highest standards of the profession
• Comply with procedures set out in the Office Manual, professional standards and any requirements set by the Solicitors Regulation Authority
• Carry out duties given by partners or colleagues faithfully and diligently, following all reasonable instructions
• Keep up to date with changes in the law

The Candidate

The successful candidate will ideally possess the following attributes:

• 2–5 years’ PQE, although candidates with less experience may be considered
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Drive and enthusiasm
• A client-focused approach
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet key deadlines
• High attention to detail
• Willingness to take ownership and be accountable for own work
• IT literate, with experience using legal software, Word and document management systems
• An interest in artificial intelligence and how it can support legal services
• A strong team player who works collaboratively
• Willingness to learn and stay up to date with changes in the law
• Experience in property litigation, with the ability to manage your own caseload and support colleagues where needed. Knowledge of collective enfranchisement and/or telecoms would be an advantage
• Willingness to travel to other offices when required, including Winchester

Applications

Please note that we are not accepting submissions from recruitment agencies for this position. Applications will only be considered if submitted directly.

In return, we offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive range of benefits and a first-class working environment within a leading regional law firm.

Please apply with a cover letter and CV to recruitment@parissmith.co.uk.

You will join a friendly and supportive Property Litigation team, working alongside two partners, a senior associate, solicitors, a paralegal and a secretary, and collaborating with colleagues across the wider Dispute Resolution team.