Senior Solicitor
Bromley | Hybrid Working
Full-time, Permanent
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
This role is offering an opportunity to take real ownership of a thriving, claimant-focused litigation function within a fast-growing firm, and play a central role in its next phase of expansion.
We’re partnering with an ambitious, specialist practice in motor accident litigation (credit hire & debt recovery), now seeking a commercially astute litigation leader to drive performance, elevate standards, and help shape the future of the business.
The Role:
- You’ll step into a true leadership position, combining strategic direction, team development, and hands-on involvement in complex, high-value litigation.
- You’ll have the autonomy to influence how the department operates, improve systems and processes, and build a high-performing, results-driven culture.
- Alongside this, you’ll retain involvement in a quality caseload of litigated matters, ensuring technical excellence remains at the core of everything the team delivers.
Responsibilities:
Litigation
- Manage a caseload of complex, high-value claims (£25k – £100k+)
- Handle Multi Track matters from inception through to trial/settlement
- Oversee pleadings, evidence, and case strategy
- Instruct Counsel and guide cases through to successful outcomes
- Ensure full compliance with CPR and procedural requirements
Leadership & Strategy
- Take full ownership of the Litigation Department
- Drive performance, accountability, and a strong commercial mindset
- Identify risks early and work closely with Directors on key decisions
- Improve processes, workflows, and overall legal delivery
- Play a key role in wider business strategy and growth
- Lead, mentor, and develop solicitors and fee earners
- Conduct reviews, provide training, and support career progression
- Oversee hiring and help build out the team as the firm grows
- Maintain high standards through file reviews and compliance checks
Commercial Oversight
- Monitor billing, recoveries, and departmental profitability
- Report on 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 a litigation team
- Excellent working knowledge of CPR and litigation procedure
- Experience handling both Fast Track and Multi Track work
- Commercially aware with a focus on performance and profitability
- Experience working with insurer clients or panel work
- Comfortable using case management systems and legal tech
What’s On Offer
- Competitive salary (DOE)
- Hybrid working flexibility
- 32 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Birthday off
- Pension scheme
- Ongoing professional development
- Paid charity day
Interested?
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
