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Your new company
It is a leading law firm that specialises in group litigation, consumer law, environmental and product liability, and international claims. They are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Group Litigation Solicitor to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in claimant litigation, with a focus on group actions. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile cases and make a significant impact in the field of group litigation.
Your new role

  • Lead and manage group litigation cases, including consumer law, environmental/product liability, and international claims.
  • Develop and scope potential new group/representative/collective actions.
  • Work closely with external solicitors and counsel on innovative legal actions.
  • Handle complex legal issues, including service out of jurisdiction, foreign applicable law, and quantum.
  • Liaise with litigation funders, third-party marketing consultants, and NGOs.
  • Negotiate settlements and draft complex settlement agreements.
  • Represent clients in high-profile cases, ensuring their interests are effectively advocated.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Ideally between 4-7 PQE (guidelines only).
  • Strong academic background, ideally with experience at a leading law firm working on class actions.
  • Extensive experience in group litigation, particularly in consumer law, environmental/product liability, and international claims.
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and strategic thinking skills.
  • Ability to handle vulnerable claimants or witnesses sensitively.

What you'll get in return

  • Opportunity to work in a specialist team on a broad range of work.
  • Hybrid working policy.
  • Competitive package.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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