Casualty Solicitor Job at Douglas Scott (Birmingham)

Casualty Solicitor

Casualty Solicitor role with Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, focusing on compli...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

Not provided

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Solicitor specializing in casualty law
Compliance with regulatory standards
Ability to handle complex legal tasks
Excellent communication skills
Attention to detail

Job Responsibility

Handling casualty law cases
Ensuring compliance with legal regulations
Supporting clients with legal advice

What we offer

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In-house support team

Fulltime

Casualty Solicitor – Large Loss Team

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-value, complex EL/PL claims alon...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

45000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A qualified Solicitor (NQ–5 years PQE) with experience in defendant personal injury litigation
Large Loss experience
Strong analytical and case management skills
A team-oriented mindset and a desire to work on complex, high-stakes litigation

Job Responsibility

Supporting and running a caseload of large loss employer's and public liability claims, involving complex issues around liability, quantum, and coverage
Handling the full lifecycle of multi-track litigation, often with claims reaching into seven figures
Working closely with Legal 500-ranked Partners and senior lawyers, gaining hands-on exposure to technically demanding, career-defining cases

What we offer

Performance bonus
Hybrid working model – standard is 2 days in the office and 3 days from home, but the firm is open to arrangements that suit your lifestyle (e.g. 1 day per week or even fortnightly attendance)
25 days annual leave (option to buy an extra week)
Private medical and dental insurance
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Up to 8% employer pension contributions
Flexible, supportive and tech-enabled working culture

Fulltime

Solicitor - Casualty Injury

Due to continued success and growth, DAC Beachcroft’s Casualty Injury team in Gl...

Location

United Kingdom , Glasgow

Salary:

Not provided

DAC Beachcroft

Expiration Date

March 26, 2026

Requirements

Experience or interest in personal injury law, particularly EL/PL claims
Completed an LLB in Scots Law
Completed the Diploma in Legal Practice
Completed your traineeship
Organised and able to manage competing priorities with a strong work ethic
Detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality work
Enthusiastic about joining a collaborative and forward-thinking team
Keen to build a career within a leading national law firm

Job Responsibility

Supporting the effective running of caseloads, ensuring deadlines are met and claims are proactively managed
Assisting with compliance to internal and client SLAs, KPIs, and protocols
Contributing to prompt billing, WIP and disbursement collection, and accurate MI reporting
Helping maintain clear case strategies and applying current technical expertise and case law
Managing risk and compliance issues, escalating concerns as needed
Engaging with clients and acting as a professional ambassador for the firm
Drafting instructions to experts and counsel
Supporting business development and client relationship activities
Maintaining and developing technical knowledge through training and legal publications

What we offer

High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance
A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
In person and remote social events
Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities

Fulltime

New

Solicitor / CILEX / Experienced Paralegal - Casualty Injury

Due to continued success and growth, DAC Beachcroft’s Casualty Injury team is se...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

Not provided

DAC Beachcroft

Expiration Date

March 27, 2026

Requirements

Qualified solicitor/CILEX equivalent with previous experience employers' liability and public claims
Proven communication skills at all levels
Excellent relationship and client handling skills
Ability to adopt a commercial perspective rather than an ‘academic’ approach to legal issues
Change oriented with a positive, flexible approach towards the implementation of new initiatives
Team oriented and collegiate with a willingness to share knowledge with and support other members of the team
Demonstrates alignment with the Firm’s Cultural Principles (Clear, Creative, Determined and Supportive)

Job Responsibility

Provide a timely, professional and high-quality service to our clients in the management of claims
Be responsible for a varied caseload of pre-litigated and litigated work
Screen matters for prospects and liaise with clients upon receipt of instructions
Review instructions and provide client advice on case prospects
Resolve claims through negotiation and litigation within client service standards
Instruct experts and counsel, draft Witness Statements and other Court documents
Maintain contact with our clients and their customers whilst proactively managing their expectations
Meet individual performance measures (financial performance, realisation rates and other KPIs)
Ensure that the DAC Beachcroft brand and standards are maintained

What we offer

High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance
A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
In person and remote social events
Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities

Fulltime

Senior Claims Handler

An established Specialty Casualty & Property Claims team is seeking an experienc...

Location

United Kingdom , London or Chelmsford

Salary:

70000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience handling Casualty claims within the London Market
Strong background in insurance with a specialist claims handling focus
Cert CII or Dip CII qualification desirable (or working towards)
Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Highly organised, analytical, and client-focused
Able to identify potential risks and escalate appropriately, following internal processes
Eligible to work in the UK

Job Responsibility

Manage Property & Casualty claims from start to settlement, ensuring timely and effective resolution
Advise and regularly update clients on claim progress, key developments, and next steps
Liaise with insurers, brokers, solicitors, and other advisors throughout the claims process
Provide clear, technically sound advice to clients at every stage of the claim
Balance client expectations with empathy, professionalism, and commercial awareness
Maintain accurate claims records and ensure systems are fully up to date
Produce claims data and statistics in line with agreed service level agreements
Continually develop and maintain technical knowledge of insurance, legislation, and market practice

What we offer

A supportive, collaborative team culture
Clear and achievable career progression pathways
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
The chance to work on high-quality, complex claims with respected clients

Fulltime

Casualty Lawyer

My client is a leading international law firm and they are looking to bring in a...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

45000.00 - 50000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in defendant EL/PL litigation
Ability to manage your own caseload effectively while supporting others
Experience with higher-value claims (over £100k) is a plus
Strong communication and organisational skills
Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or a paralegal with 6+ years’ experience

Job Responsibility

Handle a caseload of EL/PL claims, ranging from fast-track to multi-track matters
Supervise junior team members, mainly junior fee earners with 0–2 years’ experience
Ensure smooth case progression, providing technical guidance and mentoring
Collaborate with the Team Manager, who will support with HR issues (e.g. performance, disciplinaries)
Provide input into the development of the team and processes as it continues to grow

What we offer

Hybrid working with 3 days in-office per week
25 days AL with the option to purchase a week
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Private medical and dental insurance and many others
Opportunity to progress into team leadership roles
Supportive and collaborative team environment in a growing department

Fulltime

Associate - Claims - Personal Injury

Capsticks is expanding its personal injury team and are looking for applicants t...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham or Leeds

Salary:

Not provided

Capsticks Solicitors LLP

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in a legal based environment handling casualty claims, both pre and post litigation
Self-motivated and ambitious
Ability to effectively use a case management system
Ability to manage a caseload and meet financial targets
Proven ability to assess legal liability, causation and damages and the need for investigation

Job Responsibility

Handle cases on behalf of NHS Trusts and insurer clients
Manage own caseload of EL and PL pre-litigation and litigated claims of mainly Fast Track and low value Multi track cases
Assist on higher value and more complex claims

What we offer

Competitive Salary & Benefits
Good opportunities for advancement including business and practice development

Fulltime

Claims Handler – Personal Injury

We’re working with a prominent insurance company to identify an experienced Clai...

Location

United Kingdom , York, Glasgow or Colchester

Salary:

35000.00 - 45000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified solicitor, legal executive, paralegal, CII claims professional, or insurance claims handler with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in handling personal injury and/or medical malpractice claims
Strong policy coverage knowledge and experience across a broad range of policies and business types
Robust understanding of litigation, legal processes, and dispute resolution methods
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Commercial acumen with the ability to understand the broader impact of claims decisions on the UK business
Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to establish lasting relationships within the team, the wider business, and external partners
Results-driven with the energy and determination to succeed in a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibility

Fully manage a portfolio of personal injury and medical malpractice claims from initial notification to resolution
Review and confirm their policy coverage position
Develop and implement claim strategies, including the selection and management of external advisers and experts
Liaise and negotiate with customers, brokers, claimants, and their representatives
Demonstrate excellent file handling and claims management through proactive portfolio management, accurate reserving, and effective risk and indemnity costs management
Promote and deliver a continuous improvement culture within the UK Casualty Claims team to enhance the customer experience
Collaborate with underwriters to support business development and product enhancement
Contribute to the continuous improvement of our Claims service by identifying areas of opportunity and creating innovative solutions

Fulltime

Casualty Solicitor

Douglas Scott

Location:
United Kingdom , Birmingham

Category:
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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Job Posted:
April 26, 2025

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