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United Kingdom, Newcastle upon Tyne Employment contract 25500.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 04, 2026
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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 ambitious individuals to join our Personal Injury team, to assist the supervising Solicitor in the effective handling of a case load of client cases. In this role you will receive the appropriate supervision based on your qualifications and/or specialist skills and legal experience. 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. As the parent company of Winn Solicitors and On Hire, we lead the market in Personal Injury Law. With a 4.8-star rating on Trustpilot, we provide an excellent service for the client from start to finish.

Job Responsibility

  • Work collectively with the supervising solicitor to ensure the client obtains the appropriate level of compensation for their personal injury and losses, in accordance with regulations and legislation
  • Accurate recording of evidence and or data received from clients and other parties
  • Assisting with the accurate drafting of legal documents
  • Follow the department procedures and processes along with company policies
  • Assist the wider team in achieving their key responsibilities
  • Ensure compliance with Information Security Policies including data confidentiality and the operational security of the Information Systems used

Requirements

  • 1 year + paralegal or equivalent experience
  • Ability to assist with a caseload of mainly fast track cases with appropriate supervision
  • Comprehensive knowledge of RTA liability, together with factual causation issues
  • Knowledge of Law, Part 7 and Part 8 Procedural Rules and Practice Directions regarding Credit Hire and Vehicle Damage losses recovery
  • Ability to work towards shared goals and objectives
  • Experience of demonstrating effective teamworking within a commercial environment
  • Demonstrate effective communication and good interpersonal skills
  • IT literate
  • Commitment to own personal development

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of Proclaim Case Management System (or similar)
  • Previous knowledge or experience within Personal Injury or Other Compensation Claims Process

What we offer

  • Competitive Salary: £25,500
  • Generous Holiday Package: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, an additional birthday holiday, and options to buy or sell holidays (subject to eligibility)
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours, on-site parking (subject to availability), and benefits like the Corporate Metro Scheme and Bike to Work Scheme (T&C's apply)
  • Employee Development: Funded learning initiatives
  • Well Being Support: Virtual GP, Bereavement Support, Discounted Health Checks, Annual Flu Jab and Free Eye Tests
  • Social and Charitable Events: Throughout the year, we host a range of events, including a Christmas party, as well as an Annual Awards Night
  • Each year, we support a local charity and host numerous fundraising events to raise money for a good cause

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