Experienced Consumer Contracts Solicitor

4 weeks ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Direct Line Insurance Group plc Full time

About Us

At Direct Line Group, we strive to make law accessible to everyone. Our services cater to over 50,000 customers annually, providing a range of offerings including personal injury, employment, property, and contract litigation.

We are seeking an experienced Civil Litigator to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. This role can be based in either our Bristol or Leeds offices, with hybrid working options available.

The Role

Reporting to the Contracts Team Leader, you will provide clear and accurate legal advice on a varied caseload, including consumer contracts, professional negligence, and inheritance matters. This will involve progressing claims proactively and in a timely manner in line with client legal expenses insurance policies.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Deliver accurate and clear legal advice, managing client expectations and explaining decisions and the claims process.
  2. Take all reasonable steps to settle claims and recover costs.
  3. Identify learning and development needs and opportunities for team progression.
  4. Contribute to departmental best practice, product performance, and customer experience through continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

  1. Solicitor or Legal Executive with relevant experience or equivalent qualifications.
  2. Strong understanding of contract litigation, including managing small claims and fast-track litigation.
  3. Desirable experience in professional negligence or inheritance claims.

Benefits

We offer an excellent benefits package, including a 9% Private Pension, up to 10% Annual Performance Bonus, and a range of employee discounts and cashback options.

Life at Direct Line Group

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment.



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