Senior Solicitor

Senior Solicitor- £40,000 + Commission- Ilford, London

The Role

Do you have extensive expertise in Immigration Law? Are you ready to take the next step in your career by leading a team and shaping the future of a growing law firm? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

We are a well-established, highly regarded law firm, looking to appoint a Senior Solicitor to our growing team.

You will provide expert legal advice, manage a caseload and supervise junior solicitors. Your role will focus primarily on Immigration Law, but experience in Family Law and Civil Litigation is also welcome.

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and lead a talented team, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Legal Expertise: Provide expert legal advice and representation in Immigration Law (Essential), Family Law (Considered), and Civil Litigation (Considered) cases.
• Case Supervision & Delegation: Supervise and manage a caseload, delegating tasks to junior solicitors and support staff to ensure efficient case progression.
• Team Leadership & Management: Lead and manage a team of paralegals/solicitors, ensuring high professional standards, continuous development, and effective collaboration.
• Client Management: Engage with potential clients, convert leads into clients, and build strong relationships through effective communication and tailored legal solutions.
• Case Management: Utilise LEAP case management software to organise, track, and manage cases efficiently.
• Lead Management: Use CRM software for effective lead tracking, follow-up, and conversion, ensuring a streamlined process from initial enquiry to client onboarding.
• Strategic Input: Contribute to developing the firm's strategic direction in practice areas, ensuring that team goals align with the broader objectives of the firm.

The Company

Axis Solicitors has over 15 years of extensive experience helping individuals from all over the world with complex Immigration, Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence and Family Law matters. We pride ourselves on our reputation, expertise and extensive experience in delivering service of a high standard to all individuals and businesses

The Person

• Must be a Qualified Solicitor with a valid practising certificate in the UK.
• Demonstrated experience in Immigration Law (Must), Family Law (Considered), Civil Litigation (Considered) and experience in any other areas of law is considered.
• Proven Team Leading and Management Skills, with the ability to motivate and support team members.
• Strong ability to supervise and delegate caseloads efficiently.
• Proficient in using CRM systems for lead management.
• Proficiency with LEAP case management software is essential.
• Exceptional client relationship management skills focusing on converting leads into long-term clients.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with an eye for detail and accuracy.