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Coventry, West Midlands
Head of Department - Litigation Legal
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Salary: £45,000 per annum |
Overview
Our client has been established in their industry for over 30 years and due to continued positive referrals and business success, they will continue to grow into 2020 and beyond. A supportive, collaborative and ambitious organisation who are looking to recruit an experienced Head of Department to lead their Litigation team. The purpose of this role is to manage the Litigation Department by covering several office locations across Warwickshire and will suit a qualified Associate who is looking to take the next step in their career or a current Head of Department who is looking to embark on a new challenge. This business can offer a culture that promotes healthy work/life balance along with a competitive salary package, significant wider benefits and the opportunity to really add value in a role which will give immense job satisfaction. Please note: A full, clean driving license and your own transport are essential for this role due to some multi-site travel. Key Responsibilities: Daily responsibility of the Litigation Department. Ensure all staff in the department are fully trained and have clear development plans/goal to work towards. Monitor a caseload to include regular compliance and billing. Conduct File reviews. Conduct Performance reviews. Accountable for the daily financials and budget management of the department. Assist the Business Development Director in attending networking and exhibition events in order to develop new business opportunities. Accountable for the department achieving set targets. Reviewing key performance indicators. Participate in monthly management meetings. Producing reports for the SMT and Director. Ensure department compliance with internal quality systems. Implementing and managing the Risk and Compliance policies. Handle escalations as regards complaints that arise within the department. Ensure all internal procedures are AML and Lexcel compliant. Arrange and chair regular departmental meetings and encourage department communication and engagement in order to foster and maintain the best working culture. Key Skills and Experience: You will be a Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum of 7 PQE within a Litigation Department. Experience managing and supporting a team. Strong and up to date knowledge of the law and legal system. Ability to work on own initiative with excellent organisation skills. Confident user of the Microsoft Office suite. Experience of case management systems and time recording. Knowledge and understanding of current AML regulations, SRA Accounts Rules and Codes of Conduct. Awareness of cybersecurity and data protection legislation. If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please submit an up-to-date CV including details about your current or most recent salary and your availability/notice period. You can also call Joanna Middleton on for a discreet and confidential discussion about the role.