Senior Solicitor
Bromley | Hybrid Working
Full-time, Permanent
£50,000 – £70,000 (DOE) + Excellent Benefits
An exciting opportunity to take the lead within a thriving, claimant-focused litigation team at a fast-growing specialist firm. This role offers genuine influence, clear progression, and the chance to play a pivotal role in the next phase of the firm’s expansion.
We’re partnering with an ambitious and highly regarded practice specialising in motor accident litigation (credit hire & debt recovery), now seeking a commercially minded Senior Solicitor to lead performance, drive excellence, and help shape the future direction of the business.
The Opportunity
- This is more than just a leadership role, it’s an opportunity to make a real impact.
- You’ll combine strategic oversight, team leadership, and hands-on involvement in complex, high-value litigation, while enjoying the autonomy to influence how the department evolves. From improving systems and processes to developing a high-performing team culture, your input will directly contribute to the firm’s continued success.
- Alongside leadership responsibilities, you’ll remain involved in a quality caseload of litigated matters, ensuring technical excellence and client outcomes remain at the heart of the department.
Key Responsibilities
Litigation
- Manage a caseload of complex, high-value claims (£25k – £100k+)
- Handle Multi Track matters from inception through to trial or settlement
- Oversee pleadings, evidence, and case strategy
- Instruct Counsel and drive cases through to successful outcomes
- Ensure full compliance with CPR and procedural requirements
Leadership & Strategy
- Take ownership of the Litigation Department and help shape its future growth
- Drive performance, accountability, and a strong commercial mindset
- Work closely with Directors on key strategic decisions and risk management
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, workflows, and legal delivery
- Lead, mentor, and develop solicitors and fee earners across the team
- Conduct reviews, deliver training, and support career progression
- Support recruitment and help grow the department as the firm expands
- Maintain high standards through file reviews and compliance oversight
Commercial Oversight
- Monitor billing, recoveries, and departmental profitability
- Analyse performance and identify opportunities for growth
- Ensure efficient case progression and strong financial outcomes
About You
- Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a current practising certificate preferred
- Strong litigation background, ideally within motor claims
- Extensive experience in credit hire and/or debt recovery
- Proven experience leading or supervising litigation teams
- Excellent working knowledge of CPR and litigation procedure
- Experience managing both Fast Track and Multi Track matters
- Commercially aware, with a focus on performance and profitability
- Experience working with insurer clients or panel work advantageous
- Comfortable using case management systems and legal technology
What’s On Offer
- Competitive salary (DOE)
- Hybrid working flexibility
- 32 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Your birthday off
- Pension scheme
- Ongoing professional development and career progression
- Paid charity day
- The opportunity to play a key role in a growing, ambitious firm
Interested?
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
