Civil Litigation Associate

Location: Feltham
Job type: Full time - 35hrs per week

Owen White Catlin LLP is an established firm of solicitors with offices in South West London, Middlesex and Surrey. We believe what makes us stand out from the rest of our peers is our commitment to quality, customer service and ensuring we recruit the best people. We take great pride in our personal service and the accessibility of our lawyers.

We are looking to recruit a high calibre Civil Litigation Solicitor with a minimum of 2 year's PQE. The ideal candidatewill be confidentmanaging a complex caseload and have excellent client care and communication skills across all levels.

• Managing a range of litigation matters from initial instruction through to matter conclusion.
• Providing cost estimates to new clients.
• Opening files and progressing matters in line with the firm and SRA's procedures.
• Contributing to business development activity and networking events on behalf of the firm.

As a Civil Litigation Associate it is essential you can demonstrate the following skills and competencies:

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years PQE in Civil Litigation matters.
• Extensive experience dealing with property litigation matters.
• Ability to establish and maintain good client relationships, both internally and externally at all levels
• Calm, confident manner to handle potentially uncomfortable conversations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in using legal case management software.

In return for your commitment we offer you:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• 28 days company holiday (plus 8 UK bank holidays)
• Private Medical Insurance
• A firm with a great reputation.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization and which are reasonably within the scope of the role.