Solicitor

We currently have an opportunity for a Solicitor/ Associate to join our Thames Valley Property Disputes team.

Our Property Disputes team specialise purely in real estate disputes, acting for both residential and large commercial clients across the UK.

We would be looking for someone to consistently deliver a high standard of legal advice to clients in a commercially astute manner and to deliver outstanding client service at all times. They would also need to assist with the marketing of the department’s services and undertaking business development activities to build on the firm and team’s reputation for excellence.
 

Duties will include:

• Manage a mixed caseload of residential disputes and commercial disputes, whilst also from time to time assisting Partners on other matters which may be more complex.
• Build credibility with clients and develop own client relationships through managing client expectations regarding options, outcomes, risk and timescales
• Take responsibility for managing aspects of projects that are delegated and meet deadlines
• Support juniors in the team by giving technical, business and general advices
• Support with budgetary management of client matters

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive 4+PQE
• Previous experience within general property litigation.
• Exposure or interest  in specialisms such as service charge disputes, TOLATA claims or property related professional negligence is very desirable 
• Ability to manage own files and delegate work to others
• Strong client management skills with a focus on delivery of excellent client service
• Keen interest in business development and marketing

We’re RWK Goodman – a progressive Top 100 law firm. We exist to unlock potential and create a lasting positive impact for our clients, colleagues and communities. Our purpose is what drives our business forward. It’s our guiding principle. And it’s why our clients trust us to be their life-long legal partner.

Over 570 colleagues. 36 specialist areas. 3 core divisions. With offices across the South West, Thames Valley and London. We are widely known for our technical expertise and diverse client base across industries and sectors.

As a people-focused firm, ours is a culture of heart, not ego. In our inclusive environment, we support each other as we strive for success. For ourselves. For each other. And for our clients and communities.

We know our people are what sets us apart. That’s why we’re committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive environment where you can thrive and achieve your full potential. Because this isn’t ‘just another job in law’. This is an opportunity for ambitious legal professionals to develop rewarding careers, in a culture that cares.

We’re on a mission to create a dynamic and inclusive culture. And that starts with our recruitment process. If you have a disability, whether visible or not, we want to work with you every step of the way. Because we want to give you the best chance of success when you apply. If you need any reasonable adjustments to accommodate your disability, such as extra time on written assessments, an accessible interview room or a quiet space before and after the interview, please speak to our Recruitment Team so that we can work together to help bring your best self.

Over a number of years, we have developed a robust and transparent framework which shows you exactly what you need to achieve in order to grow your career at the firm. This isn’t just about hitting KPIs.

The framework helps you to understand how your contribution and behaviours are woven together to create the basis for your progression in the firm. From Secretary to Partner, you can see exactly what is expected of you along the way.