Personal Injury Associate Solicitor Job at Michael Page (Edinburgh)

Associate - Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence

This is a rare opportunity to join our Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence t...

Location

United Kingdom , Putney

Salary:

Not provided

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

educated to degree level and preferably with a 2:1 or above
a solicitor of 2 years PQE
you are a highly motivated and professional
you are quick thinking and a fast learner
you have broad experience in Claimant litigation work
you have experience of running a caseload of your own
you work and think independently
you will be able to look after our existing clients and win new work
you want to develop your career
you can demonstrate commercial awareness

Job Responsibility

to provide a high quality legal service to all Russell-Cooke clients
to provide a high quality experience to our clients in terms of service delivery
to develop and maintain good client relationship skills, gaining clients’ confidence and that of your colleagues
to establish what needs to be done to solve a client’s problems
to offer advice on the law, legal procedures and a wide range of associated issues
to attend and represent Russell-Cooke at client meetings and conferences
to represent clients in Courts where required

What we offer

competitive salaries
generous benefits

Fulltime

Associate Personal Injury & Clinical Negligence

This is a rare opportunity to join our Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence t...

Location

United Kingdom , Putney

Salary:

Not provided

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

educated to degree level and preferably with a 2:1 or above
a solicitor of 3+ years PQE
you are a highly motivated and professional
you are quick thinking and a fast learner
you have broad experience in Claimant litigation work
you have experience of running a caseload of your own
you work and think independently
you will be able to look after our existing clients and win new work
you want to develop your career
you can demonstrate commercial awareness

Job Responsibility

to provide a high quality legal service to all Russell-Cooke clients
to provide a high quality experience to our clients in terms of service delivery
to develop and maintain good client relationship skills, gaining clients’ confidence and that of your colleagues
to establish what needs to be done to solve a client’s problems
to offer advice on the law, legal procedures and a wide range of associated issues
to attend and represent Russell-Cooke at client meetings and conferences
to represent clients in Courts where required

What we offer

competitive salaries
generous benefits

Fulltime

File Handler - Intermediate Track

To manage a caseload of litigated and non-litigated personal injury claims with ...

Location

United Kingdom , Liverpool

Salary:

Not provided

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience of running your own claimant caseload of litigated and non-litigated personal injury claims within all RTA Portals and the former Multi Track (now Intermediate Track)
Whilst not essential an ability to run El/PL or OL cases would be an advantage
Experience of working to a fee target and/or settlement targets
A willingness to be involved in the mentoring and development of colleagues
Have a good working knowledge of the CPR and/or and other relevant case law and/or legislation and progressing claims in a timely manner in accordance with the CPR
Excellent customer care skills
Able to provide written and oral advice in a clear concise manner
Good communication skills, in particular customer communication
The ability to liaise and build up a rapport by using effective communication with all external agencies during the life of a claim including medical agencies, investigators, barristers et
Good IT skills with a sound working knowledge of VF or a similar case management system and essential MS Office knowledge

Job Responsibility

To efficiently run a case load of files which are litigated and non – litigated personal injury claims with a value of up to £100,000, efficiently, proactively and profitably
Ensure that our customers receive gold standard customer care
Deal with Fixed Fee and Portal RTA including untraced and uninsured MIB claims with the intention of maximising damages for the customer by pursuing all relevant heads of loss
To ensure that appropriate medical and non-medical evidence is obtained in accordance with the relevant track and recoverability
To use PI Calculator to assist in the efficient progression of your cases
To issue proceedings using the Court Portal
Attend conferences, hearings and CMC’s with Counsel if necessary
Advising customers as to litigation/cost risks where appropriate
Advising customers about the risks associated with fundamental dishonesty and ensuring that all evidence is closely reviewed and cross referenced for consistency
Ensure any appropriate instructions are obtained from any relevant lay and/or insurance customers, litigation friend, attorney or Deputy in a timely manner

What we offer

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Hybrid working model
2 x Volunteering days to support charitable initiatives
Matched Giving – up to £250 matched for personal charity fundraising for a registered charity
Medicash cash plan – claim back dental / physio / optical appointments
My Medicash App – including access to rapid digital physiotherapy and skin cancer screening assessments plus fitness videos and wellbeing tools
Discounts and cash back on travel and shopping through Medicash extras
Life Assurance Scheme (4 x salary)
Pension scheme
Active network of Wellbeing Champions – providing mental health support

Fulltime

File Handler - Intermediate Track

To manage a caseload of litigated and non-litigated personal injury claims with ...

Location

United Kingdom , Birkenhead

Salary:

Not provided

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience of running your own claimant caseload of litigated and non-litigated personal injury claims within all RTA Portals and the former Multi Track (now Intermediate Track)
Whilst not essential an ability to run El/PL or OL cases would be an advantage
Experience of working to a fee target and/or settlement targets
A willingness to be involved in the mentoring and development of colleagues
Have a good working knowledge of the CPR and/or and other relevant case law and/or legislation and progressing claims in a timely manner in accordance with the CPR
Excellent customer care skills
Able to provide written and oral advice in a clear concise manner
Good communication skills, in particular customer communication
The ability to liaise and build up a rapport by using effective communication with all external agencies during the life of a claim including medical agencies, investigators, barristers et
Good IT skills with a sound working knowledge of VF or a similar case management system and essential MS Office knowledge

Job Responsibility

To efficiently run a case load of files which are litigated and non – litigated personal injury claims with a value of up to £100,000, efficiently, proactively and profitably
Ensure that our customers receive gold standard customer care
Deal with Fixed Fee and Portal RTA including untraced and uninsured MIB claims with the intention of maximising damages for the customer by pursuing all relevant heads of loss
To ensure that appropriate medical and non-medical evidence is obtained in accordance with the relevant track and recoverability
To use PI Calculator to assist in the efficient progression of your cases
To issue proceedings using the Court Portal
Attend conferences, hearings and CMC’s with Counsel if necessary
Advising customers as to litigation/cost risks where appropriate
Advising customers about the risks associated with fundamental dishonesty and ensuring that all evidence is closely reviewed and cross referenced for consistency
Ensure any appropriate instructions are obtained from any relevant lay and/or insurance customers, litigation friend, attorney or Deputy in a timely manner

What we offer

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
Hybrid working model
2 x Volunteering days to support charitable initiatives
Matched Giving – up to £250 matched for personal charity fundraising for a registered charity
Medicash cash plan – claim back dental / physio / optical appointments
My Medicash App – including access to rapid digital physiotherapy and skin cancer screening assessments plus fitness videos and wellbeing tools
Discounts and cash back on travel and shopping through Medicash extras
Life Assurance Scheme (4 x salary)
Pension scheme
Active network of Wellbeing Champions – providing mental health support

Fulltime

RTA/EL/PL Intermediate Track Claims Handler

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced RTA/EL/PL Intermedi...

Location

United Kingdom , Leeds

Salary:

Not provided

Direct Line Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experienced Legal Claims Handler, Legal Executive or Solicitor
Previous experience of RTA / EL / PL claims handling is preferable, either within an insurance company or law firm environment
Knowledge of Pre Action Protocols, CPR, Practice directions and relevant statute and case law as well as related regulations associated with accidents at work
Experience working in PI claims at intermediate track level
Experience of using a Case Management System and knowledge of JC Guidelines for the assessment of general damages in personal injury cases and understanding and ability to research different resources e.g Lawtel
Good problem solver and able to work under pressure, whilst maintaining attention to detail
Knowledge of Intermediate Track, Pre Action Protocols, CPR, Practice directions and relevant statute and case law as well as relevant regulations relating to accidents at work

Job Responsibility

Managing a client’s claim by continually using the firm’s technical process and accurately documenting each activity that has taken place and ensuring time is recorded accurately
Completing all necessary investigations into the circumstances of the incident and the value of the client’s claim, carrying out legal research as required
Collating and reviewing the evidence
Assessing prospects of the claim succeeding on it’s merits
Assessing the likely value of the claim for personal injury and recoverability of financial losses
Ensuring clients are provided the correct legal advice
Where appropriate, managing clients’ expectations, explaining decisions and the steps in the claims process clearly and succinctly, and ensuring clients are treated fairly at all times
Negotiating settlement on the best possible terms for the Client, ensuring that instructions are complied with or taken at the necessary points
Ensuring that the legal expenses provider is kept updated at all key stages
Drafting the necessary documents to issue court proceedings, comply with court directions, draft statements and ready the file for a final court hearing

What we offer

Employer contributed pension
Annual company bonus
Discounts on Insurance products
Generous holiday allowance
Flexible benefits package including optional health and dental insurance
Buy as you earn share scheme
Employee discounts and cashback
Plus, many more
Free Green Flag breakdown cover
50% off Direct Line Group products in Motor, Home and Pet insurance when you’re named on the policy

Fulltime

Intermediate Track - Solicitor / CILEX Lawyer

Job purpose To manage a caseload of litigated and non-litigated personal injury...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

Not provided

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A Solicitor or CILEx Lawyer with litigation rights / working toward obtaining
Experience of running your own claimant caseload of litigated and non-litigated personal injury claims within all RTA Portals and the former Multi Track (now Intermediate Track)
Experience of working to a fee target and/or settlement targets
Have a good working knowledge of the CPR and/or and other relevant case law and/or legislation and progressing claims in a timely manner in accordance with the CPR
Excellent customer care skills
Able to provide written and oral advice in a clear concise manner
Good communication skills, in particular customer communication
The ability to liaise and build up a rapport by using effective communication with all external agencies during the life of a claim including medical agencies, investigators, barristers et
Good IT skills with a sound working knowledge of VF or a similar case management system and essential MS Office knowledge
Excellent time management and organisational skills, with a calm and methodical approach to work, and a flexible and adaptable attitude to resolving issues

Job Responsibility

To efficiently run a case load of files which are litigated and non-litigated personal injury claims with a value of up to £100,000, efficiently, proactively and profitably
Ensure that customers receive gold standard customer care
Deal with Fixed Fee and Portal RTA including untraced and uninsured MIB claims with the intention of maximising damages for the customer by pursuing all relevant heads of loss
To ensure that appropriate medical and non-medical evidence is obtained in accordance with the relevant track and recoverability
To use PI Calculator to assist in the efficient progression of your cases
To issue proceedings using the Court Portal
Attend conferences, hearings and CMC’s with Counsel if necessary
Advising customers as to litigation/cost risks where appropriate
Advising customers about the risks associated with fundamental dishonesty and ensuring that all evidence is closely reviewed and cross referenced for consistency
Ensure any appropriate instructions are obtained from any relevant lay and/or insurance customers, litigation friend, attorney or Deputy in a timely manner

What we offer

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Hybrid working model
2 x Volunteering days to support charitable initiatives
Matched Giving – up to £250 matched for personal charity fundraising for a registered charity
Medicash cash plan – claim back dental / physio / optical appointments
My Medicash App – including access to rapid digital physiotherapy and skin cancer screening assessments plus fitness videos and wellbeing tools
Discounts and cash back on travel and shopping through Medicash extras
Life Assurance Scheme (4 x salary)
Pension scheme
Active network of Wellbeing Champions – providing mental health support

Fulltime

RTA/EL/PL Intermediate Track Claims Handler

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced RTA/EL/PL Intermedi...

Location

United Kingdom , Leeds; Bromley

Salary:

Not provided

Direct Line Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experienced Legal Claims Handler, Legal Executive or Solicitor
Previous experience of RTA / EL / PL claims handling is preferable, either within an insurance company or law firm environment
Knowledge of Pre Action Protocols, CPR, Practice directions and relevant statute and case law as well as related regulations associated with accidents at work
Experience working in PI claims at intermediate track level
Experience of using a Case Management System and knowledge of JC Guidelines for the assessment of general damages in personal injury cases and understanding and ability to research different resources e.g Lawtel
Good problem solver and able to work under pressure, whilst maintaining attention to detail
Knowledge of Intermediate Track, Pre Action Protocols, CPR, Practice directions and relevant statute and case law as well as relevant regulations relating to accidents at work

Job Responsibility

Managing a client’s claim by continually using the firm’s technical process and accurately documenting each activity that has taken place and ensuring time is recorded accurately
Completing all necessary investigations into the circumstances of the incident and the value of the client’s claim, carrying out legal research as required
Collating and reviewing the evidence
Assessing prospects of the claim succeeding on it’s merits
Assessing the likely value of the claim for personal injury and recoverability of financial losses
Ensuring clients are provided the correct legal advice
Where appropriate, managing clients’ expectations, explaining decisions and the steps in the claims process clearly and succinctly, and ensuring clients are treated fairly at all times
Negotiating settlement on the best possible terms for the Client, ensuring that instructions are complied with or taken at the necessary points
Ensuring that the legal expenses provider is kept updated at all key stages
Drafting the necessary documents to issue court proceedings, comply with court directions, draft statements and ready the file for a final court hearing

What we offer

9% employer contributed pension
Up to 10% Annual performance-based bonus
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

Fulltime

Intermediate Track Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer

To manage a caseload of litigated and non-litigated personal injury claims with ...

Location

United Kingdom , Birkenhead

Salary:

Not provided

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Solicitor or CILEx Lawyer with litigation rights / working toward obtaining
Experience of running your own claimant caseload of litigated and non-litigated personal injury claims within all RTA Portals and the former Multi Track (now Intermediate Track)
Experience of working to a fee target and/or settlement targets
A willingness to be involved in the mentoring and development of colleagues
Have a good working knowledge of the CPR and/or and other relevant case law and/or legislation and progressing claims in a timely manner in accordance with the CPR
Excellent customer care skills
Able to provide written and oral advice in a clear concise manner
Good communication skills, in particular customer communication
The ability to liaise and build up a rapport by using effective communication with all external agencies during the life of a claim including medical agencies, investigators, barristers
Good IT skills with a sound working knowledge of VF or a similar case management system and essential MS Office knowledge

Job Responsibility

To manage a caseload of litigated and non-litigated personal injury claims with a value of up to £100,000.00, ensuring each case is progressed efficiently from initial instruction through to resolution
To efficiently run a case load of files which are litigated and non – litigated personal injury claims with a value of up to £100,000, efficiently, proactively and profitably
Ensure that our customers receive gold standard customer care
Deal with Fixed Fee and Portal RTA including untraced and uninsured MIB claims with the intention of maximising damages for the customer by pursuing all relevant heads of loss
To ensure that appropriate medical and non-medical evidence is obtained in accordance with the relevant track and recoverability
To use PI Calculator to assist in the efficient progression of your cases
To issue proceedings using the Court Portal
Attend conferences, hearings and CMC’s with Counsel if necessary
Advising customers as to litigation/cost risks where appropriate
Advising customers about the risks associated with fundamental dishonesty and ensuring that all evidence is closely reviewed and cross referenced for consistency

What we offer

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Hybrid working model
2 x Volunteering days to support charitable initiatives
Matched Giving – up to £250 matched for personal charity fundraising for a registered charity
Medicash cash plan – claim back dental / physio / optical appointments
My Medicash App – including access to rapid digital physiotherapy and skin cancer screening assessments plus fitness videos and wellbeing tools
Discounts and cash back on travel and shopping through Medicash extras
Life Assurance Scheme (4 x salary)
Pension scheme
Active network of Wellbeing Champions – providing mental health support

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