Civil Litigation Solicitor

1 month ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Bruin Full time

Job Description

Civil Litigation Solicitor - Insurance

Role: Permanent, full-time position

Location: Manchester

Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

Reporting to: Partner (Civil Litigation)

WFH: Hybrid working model

Direct Reports: N/A

Responsibilities:

  • Provide advice to insurers on a wide variety of civil disputes, including breach of contract, nuisance, property disputes, boundary disputes, professional negligence and construction.
  • Manage own caseload of claimant and defendant work, including recommending reserves and setting strategies under the supervision of senior fee earners.
  • Work predominantly on cases that are funded under legal expenses insurance policies, with exposure to privately funded matters.
  • Deliver clear, accurate and pragmatic advice based on both the legal and commercial realities of a client’s position.
  • Provide our clients with an efficient and courteous service at all times.
  • Deliver on billing and other key performance indicators as required.
  • Ensure all files are progressed and maintained within required standards and in line with relevant procedures.

Skills, knowledge and experience required:

  • UK Qualified Solicitor or similar qualification.
  • The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of post-qualification experience (but we are open to NQ applications).
  • Proven track record of commercial litigation experience.
  • Good understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules.
  • Previous experience dealing with insurance claims (in particular, legal expenses insurance claims).
  • Accustomed to running their own caseload under supervision.
  • Ability to demonstrate strong communication and organisational skills with an ability to prioritise workload.
  • Able to work under pressure.
  • Good time management skills when prioritising tasks to ensure compliance with deadlines.
  • Have high attention to detail and accuracy in their work.
  • Demonstrate first-class client care and communication skills across all levels.

Our ambition is simple – to do our best for our people, clients and communities.

We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond - this starts with hiring the best talent without consideration of race, religion, colour, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or disability.

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