Disputes Solicitor Job at Accutrainee (Essex)

Disputes Solicitor

Accutrainee

Location:
United Kingdom , Essex

Category:
Legal

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Salary:

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Job Description:

We are working with a global automotive manufacturer seeking a Newly Qualified Solicitor (0–1 PQE) with litigation experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior disputes lawyer to take ownership of a defined small claims litigation caseload within a well-resourced in-house legal function, with real advocacy exposure and direct engagement with senior internal stakeholders. The role is based at the organisation’s Essex, with hybrid working available. You will manage a rolling caseload of pre-action and Small Claims Court matters across England and Wales. The caseload is structured and manageable, typically around 10 active litigation matters at any one time, allowing for proper preparation and advocacy. This is not a high-volume processing role. The position requires sound judgement, independence and the confidence to represent the business in hearings.

Job Responsibility:

Managing cases from initial assessment through to hearing and resolution
Drafting statements of case, witness statements, applications and correspondence
Conducting legal research across Civil Procedure Rules, contract law and consumer law
Representing the business at Small Claims hearings
Liaising directly with internal stakeholders including customer service, engineering and commercial teams
Ensuring full compliance with CPR requirements and internal governance procedures

Requirements:

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ – 1 PQE)
Litigation experience
Familiarity with the Civil Procedure Rules
Comfortable managing matters independently and attending hearings
Strong drafting and legal research skills
Confident working with internal stakeholders in a commercial environment

Nice to have:

Experience in consumer disputes, contract claims, or product-related litigation

What we offer:

In-house litigation role within a globally recognised organisation
Real advocacy exposure early in your career
Autonomous caseload with structured support from the legal team
Hybrid working
12 month contract with potential extension

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Job Posted:
March 13, 2026

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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