Legal Fee Earner - The Caraires Consultancy : Job Details

Our client, a long-established and client-focused law firm based in Coventry, is seeking experienced Legal Fee Earners to join its specialist teams across the following sectors:

Corporate/Commercial, Employment, Litigation, and Clinical Negligence.

This is an excellent opportunity to manage your own caseload within a supportive, modern environment offering hybrid working, long-term development, and real progression.

The key responsibilities of a Legal Fee Earner:

• Manage a caseload within one of the firm’s specialist sectors with minimal supervision

• Draft, review and negotiate legal documentation relevant to your discipline

• Act as a primary point of contact for clients, delivering professional, timely legal advice

• Maintain accurate records, manage deadlines, and comply with SRA regulations

• Contribute to business development and departmental growth where appropriate

• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with firm procedures and compliance requirements

The minimum requirements for the Legal Fee Earner roles:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience running a caseload independently in one of the listed practice areas

• In-depth knowledge of legal frameworks relevant to your specialism

• Excellent client care and written/verbal communication skills

• Experience as a Legal Executive, Solicitor, Licensed Practitioner, or experienced Paralegal will all be considered

The ideal candidate for the Legal Fee Earner role:

• Strong technical skills within your specialist area

• Capable of managing varied and complex matters from instruction to conclusion

• Driven to provide excellent service and build lasting client relationships

• Comfortable working in a busy, regulated environment with high standards

Legal Fee Earner benefits:

• Competitive salary of £30,000 – £50,000 (depending on experience)

• Hybrid working: 1–2 days from home per week

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown

• Enhanced pension scheme

• Death in service

• Private healthcare

• Bonus scheme

• Sick pay

• A forward-thinking firm that values work-life balance and personal development

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