Head of Legal - UK / HarKaye Core Talent

Are you an experienced Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or Litigation Executive looking for your next challenge? We’re recruiting two fee earners to join a nationally recognised Civil Liberties Team, working on high-profile civil claims and complex compensation cases.

This is an exciting opportunity to manage your own caseload, contribute to a specialist team, and develop your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

The firm have an excellent reputation with a very good staff retention, offering an excellent benefits package, friendly and supportive working environment with hybrid working available.

Duties

• Manage a personal caseload from start to finish
• Liaise with clients, counsel, defendants, and other parties
• Review and scrutinise documentation and evidence
• Prepare complex schedules of loss and conduct detailed quantification of claims (past and future losses)
• Obtain and interpret medical, accountancy, and expert evidence
• Progress cases efficiently while managing client expectations
• Draft letters of claim, witness statements, and other legal documentation
• Litigate cases where required
• Support and develop junior team members
• Contribute to business development and enhance the team’s profile
• Follow internal procedures, client protocols, and professional standards

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or Litigation Executive
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Litigation experience is desirable but not essential

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Work on high-profile, impactful civil claims
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Join a supportive, collaborative team of specialists
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• This is a great opportunity for someone looking to combine fee earning with team contribution in a nationally recognised civil litigation environment.