Professional Advocate

Salary: Up to £45,000 (based on 37.5 hours per week)Are you ready to be part of a WINNing team at Winn Group, a leading North East business providing nationwide accident management.We are on the lookout for experienced Solicitor / Barrister / CILEX Lawyer to join our Advocacy team as a Professional Advocate, where you would be responsible for providing advocacy services for departments within Winn Solicitors, ensuring the best possible outcome for the client and the business is achieved on every case.Why Join Us?At Winn Group, we're more than a business. We're a driving force in the North East, delivering nationwide accident management and rehabilitation services for victims of non-fault accidents. Our mission is simple: to be the best one-stop shop for accident management and rehabilitation.As the parent company of Winn Solicitors and On Hire, we lead the market in Personal Injury Law. With a 4.8 Star rating by Trustpilot, we provide an excellent service for the client from start to finish.At Winn Group, we prioritise your wellbeing and growth, celebrating every milestone. With ample progression opportunities and funded learning initiatives, we invest in your future. Join us and be a part of a team that upholds values such as Integrity, Respect, Loyalty, and Reliability and prioritises your success, wellbeing, and fosters your growth.ResponsibilitiesAs a Solicitor Advocate / Barrister / CILEX Lawyer, you will be responsible for advocating in hearings for Winn Solicitors Ltd as requested, in particular, Fast Track trials and exercising a right of audience in the County Court.To advocate hearings for any other parties as requested.To ensure the best possible outcome is achieved for the client by preparing cases, carrying out research and developing appropriate submissions and cross examination.To maximise costs recovery in accordance within relevant costs regimes.Drafting of Skeleton Arguments.Be a point of contact for adhoc technical queries within and outside the department.What We OfferCompetitive salary: Up to £45,000 (depending on experience)Generous Holiday Package: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, an additional birthday holiday, and options to buy or sell holidays (subject to eligibility).Employee Development: Funded learning initiatives, SQE Apprenticeships, and Training Contracts(subject to application).Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours, on-site parking (subject to availability), and benefits such as the Corporate Metro Scheme and Bike to Work SchemeWellbeing Support: Virtual GP, Bereavement Support, Discounted Health Checks, Annual Flu Jab and Free Eye Tests.Social and Charitable Events: Across the year, we host a range of events, including a Christmas party, as well as an Annual Awards Night, plus various fundraising and social events to support our Charity of the Year.Working HoursThis role is Full Time based on 37.5 Hours per week.This role would require traveling to Courts within the North East and further afield as and when needed.Ideally you should hold a valid driving licence and have access to your own transport.We are also fully office-based in Byker, Newcastle.About YouTo succeed in this role, we're looking for someone who brings a blend of must-have skills and experiences, along with those extra special qualities that can really make a difference to our team and business.Skills and ExperienceAdvocacy ExperienceExperience of Civil Procedures and relevant Pre-Action ProtocolsExperience of working towards deadlines and performance objectivesAbility to work towards shared goals and objectivesExperience of demonstrating effective teamworking within a commercial environmentCooperative and flexible approachAbility to identify where problems may arise and adopt a solution -focused approachDemonstrate effective communication and good interpersonal skillsIT literateCommitment to own personal developmentNext Steps?If you feel this role is the right fit for you, then Apply NowIf your application meets our criteria, a member of HR will be in contact to discuss this opportunity further. If you are successful, you will be invited to a face-to-face interview.If you are unsuccessful, you will be notified. However, if you don't receive any communication from us within four weeks of sending your CV, your application was not successful.We look forward to reviewing your applicationApply NowTo start the application process, please complete the form below, upload your CV and include a covering letter.Name * First LastEmail *Contact Number * United States +1Upload your CV * Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to UploadHow did you hear about this vacancy?Would you like to be considered for other vacancies at Winn Group? *YesNoWhat our Staff Say“The company is very progressive and goes from strength to strength. I am excited to see what the next 10 years hold”Keelie“I enjoy my role as every day is different and there’s always something new to learn.”LaurenDevelopment Analyst"Every day is a learning day and I look forward to gaining further knowledge and experience within a rapidly expanding department and company." #J-18808-Ljbffr