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Nq Solicitor - Personal Injury

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Douglas Scott

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Location:
United Kingdom , Edinburgh

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

35000.00 - 40000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

This well-established firm offers a market-leading accident management and legal claims service, supporting clients through all aspects of personal injury claims. The role involves working on a range of civil litigation matters including road traffic accidents, employer liability, and public liability claims. This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive legal team with a strong client base and structured support.

Job Responsibility:

  • Managing own caseload
  • gathering evidence
  • advising clients
  • progressing claims to maximise recovery.

Requirements:

  • Newly Qualified Solicitor
  • interest in personal injury or civil litigation
  • ability to manage own caseload
  • skill in gathering evidence and advising clients
  • ability to work within service level agreements
  • strong client care skills
  • attention to detail
  • ability to work independently
  • comfort in a compliance-driven environment
  • proactive in reporting issues.
What we offer:
  • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
  • bonus holidays for full attendance
  • additional leave for long service
  • pension scheme
  • death in service insurance
  • funded training and development opportunities
  • employee wellbeing support including flu jabs, eyecare scheme, and confidential helpline
  • career progression
  • professional support
  • regular team events.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 15, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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