NQ Solicitor – Consumer & Small Claims Litigation 12 Month Contract | In-House | Hybrid – Essex We are working with aglobal automotive manufacturerseeking aNewly Qualified Solicitor (0–1 PQE)with litigation experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior disputes lawyer to take ownership of adefined small claims litigation caseload within a well-resourced in-house legal function, with real advocacy exposure and direct engagement with senior internal stakeholders. The role is based at the organisation’sEssex, withhybrid working available. The Role You will manage arolling caseload of pre-action and Small Claims Court matters across England and Wales. The caseload is structured and manageable, typicallyaround 10 active litigation matters at any one time, allowing for proper preparation and advocacy. Responsibilities will include:

Managing cases frominitial assessment through to hearing and resolution Draftingstatements of case, witness statements, applications and correspondence Conducting legal research acrossCivil Procedure Rules, contract law and consumer law Representing the business atSmall Claims hearings Liaising directly with internal stakeholders includingcustomer service, engineering and commercial teams Ensuring full compliance withCPR requirements and internal governance procedures

This isnot a high-volume processing role. The position requires sound judgement, independence and the confidence to represent the business in hearings. About You To be considered, you will:

Be aqualified Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ – 1 PQE) Havelitigation experience, ideally gained during training or in an early disputes role Demonstrate familiarity with theCivil Procedure Rules Be comfortablemanaging matters independently and attending hearings Have strongdrafting and legal research skills Be confident working withinternal stakeholders in a commercial environment

Experience inconsumer disputes, contract claims, or product-related litigationwill be particularly advantageous. Why This Role

In-house litigation role within aglobally recognised organisation Real advocacy exposureearly in your career Autonomous caseloadwith structured support from the legal team Hybrid working 12 month contract with potential extension

This role provides an excellent opportunity for ajunior disputes lawyer to develop advocacy experience while working within a major in-house legal team. If you are aNewly Qualified Solicitor with litigation experience seeking an in-house disputes role with real responsibility and advocacy exposure, we would be pleased to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr