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A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experience Personal Injury Claims Solicitor to join our dedicated Motability team at DLG Legal Services. The role if offered on 12 Months Fixed Terms Contract basis and will be based at our Leeds office (smart hybrid working).
Job Responsibility:
Responsible for the conduct of litigation across an allocated caseload
Oversee handlers working on supporting tasks within those cases
Ensure quality and consistency of work prepared by case handlers
Apply professional judgment to case strategy, progression and settlement decisions
Work closely with Motability team leader and colleagues to ensure seamless case management
Ensure matters are managed in accordance with procedural rules and professional obligations
Safeguard compliance with SRA regulations, Civil Procedure Rules, and client protocols
Maintain accurate records and ensure supporting staff work within defined processes
Keep up to date with developments in litigation practice and insurance recovery
Requirements:
Solicitor (England & Wales) with a current practising certificate
Fast Track RTA claims handling experience with Personal injury, within an insurance company or law firm environment
A working knowledge of OIC and MOJ Pre Action Protocol and Civil Procedure Rules for Personal Injury Claims
A working knowledge of Tariff and Non Tariff valuations, JC Guidelines for the assessment of general damages in personal injury cases
Strong communication skills and able to engage effectively with clients
Working towards and achieving defined Business targets and measures
Able to work well under pressure whilst retaining high attention to detail
What we offer:
Annual Performance based bonus
9% employer contributed pension
50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free Green Flag breakdown cover
Additional optional Health and Dental insurance
EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way
Generous holidays
Buy as you earn share scheme
Employee discounts and cashback
22 days holiday rising to 30 days depending on your role. Plus the chance to buy and sell up to 5 days
Income protection on 50% of your salary for 5 years
Life assurance cover at four times your salary
Flexible benefits scheme
Salary sacrifice scheme for fully electric and plug-in hybrid cars, and for private dental and medical cover
Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and emergency dependant leave
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), offering information on financial and mental wellbeing as well as emergency support and advice
Trained mental health first aiders (MHFA) for support whenever you need it
Volunteering opportunities through our partnership with Neighbourly
Up to £50 a month to match any contributions you make to your local community