We are seeking a Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive to join our team in Bradford.
This role offers hybrid working - 2 days in the office, 3 days remote.
In line with the continued growth of our Legal Operations Team at Liberty Shared Services (LSS), and as we navigate an exciting period of expansion and change, we are looking for a qualified Solicitor/ Chartered Legal Executive to join our Network Damage Recoveries team.
In this role, you will be responsible for managing your own portfolio of damage recovery matters using a case management system and have access to cutting-edge technology to support day-to-day activities, while being supported by a Team Manager and Senior Manager to ensure continuous growth and progress in your legal career.
There has never been a better time to join Liberty Global.
Key Responsibilities: Handling a portfolio of mid to high value claims across the Fast Track, Intermediate Track, and Multi Track.
Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
Preparing urgent applications where necessary.
Attending Mediation and settlement negotiations.
Supporting ad hoc queries from stakeholders.
Conducting due diligence checks and preparing comprehensive reports in line with client expectations.
Attending meetings with key stakeholders and third parties.
Owning provision of key insights and updates on matters to your Team Manager.
Supporting junior colleagues through feedback and training.
Staying up-to-date with industry developments, legal updates, and best practices.
Building and maintaining strong client relationships through exceptional service and communication.
Participating in business development efforts, including client presentations, marketing, and networking opportunities.
Requirements: Qualified Solicitor/CILEX - (1-5 years PQE).
Excellent knowledge of CPR, case law, and litigation.
A strong background in civil litigation.
Experience in network damage recoveries is desirable but not essential.
Excellent relationship-building skills, gaining client trust and understanding their objectives.
Strong influencing and persuasive abilities, capable of engaging and convincing individuals at all levels.
A willingness and aptitude to rapidly grasp and adapt to new legal issues, demonstrating confidence and agility.
Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the willingness and ability to support other team members at various stages of their career.
High levels of attention to detail, prioritization, and accuracy, through effective self-review, and critically challenging data inputs and explanations.
Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and insatiable curiosity, to get to the bottom of complex issues involving interacting processes and systems.
Ability to identify process improvement and automation opportunities while ensuring effective resource utilization.
Benefits: Competitive salary + bonus where applicable.
25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more.
Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover, and dental insurance.
Matched pension contribution up to 10%.
Access to our car benefit scheme.
Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us.
The chance to join an innovative, fast-paced, and passionate team.
About Us: Join Liberty Global and Shape Tomorrow's Connections Today At Liberty Global, we connect people through cutting-edge technology.
As a world leader in broadband, video, and mobile communications, we invest in fibre and 5G networks, providing over 85 million fixed and mobile connections through leading brands, such as Virgin Media O2, VodafoneZiggo, and Telenet.
Our Ventures portfolio has strategic stakes in over 75 companies in content, tech, and infrastructure, including ITV, Formula E, AtlasEdge, and Egg.
We prioritize diversity, equity, and sustainability, using technology for good.
If you're entrepreneurial and thrive on challenges, join our high-performing team.
Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive environment and accommodating all candidates.
We're eager to hear from you, no matter your background.