Defender of Motor Claims Cases

6 days ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Direct Line Group Full time

About Us

At Direct Line Group, our mission is to make law accessible to everyone. We provide legal services to over 50,000 customers each year. Our team supports our parent group, litigating on their behalf.

The Role

You will be part of a small and successful team, defending motor damage claims from receipt of proceedings to settlement or final hearing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage cases to an effective conclusion within service levels and to a targeted outcome.
  • Draft defences, witness statements, and instruct counsel where appropriate.
  • Review evidence and make offers to settle where appropriate.
  • Deliver clear, accurate, and succinct advice within relevant timescales.
  • Stay up-to-date with case law and practice.

We're Looking for

  • Experience in Motor Claims, either from a legal or insurance background.
  • Analytical skills to interpret information and identify issues.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Experience of collaborating within a high-performing team.
  • Ability to use initiative and prioritize to meet deadlines.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • Enthusiasm and passion for getting the right outcome.
  • An appetite for learning and development.

What We Offer

We recognize the importance of flexibility and offer a mixed model way of working. This includes hybrid working options, allowing you to balance work and life. Our benefits package includes a 9% private pension, 50% off home, motor, and pet insurance, and additional optional health and dental insurance.

Life at Direct Line Group

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to making DLG an inclusive place to work. We value diversity and recognize that people work in different ways. We adapt to provide a comfortable working environment and support our colleagues with any adjustments needed.



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