About HFPeople. Not just lawyersWe're not your typical law firm – we're people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients' needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law. We are currently looking for an experienced Solicitor/Associate/Senior Associate who will be working on a caseload of mainly litigated RTA claims on behalf of major motor insurers, mainly with a value of between £50,000 and £500,000, and assessing liability and quantum throughout. You will be working in a team of highly experienced professionals in an engaging and driven environment. This will be a challenging yet rewarding role, as not only do we promote strong relationships and results for our clients, but we also promote strong working relationships within the team.
- Ability to conduct a caseload of mainly litigated RTA claims on behalf of major motor insurers, with a value of between £50,000 and £500,000
- Managing timetables
- Preparing/reviewing evidence
- Dealing with extensive disclosure
- Advising clients on tactics and reviewing evidence
- Preparing court documents
- Attending conferences with experts/clients/counsel
- Attending court/telephone hearings and representing the client for hearings where appropriate
- Interviewing witnesses to obtain witness statements
- Maintaining strong working relationships with clients ensuring deadlines and SLA's are met
- To collect and update accurate MIMaintain high standards of professional conduct while achieving agreed financial, operational and other performance targets
- Exhibit and promote a high level of technical competence within your department, acting as a knowledge hub supporting the production of technical material and training
- Be a qualified Solicitor
- Have experience of conducting their own caseload of claims with a value up to £500k
- Have strong organisation skills and an ability to consistently meet deadlines
- Be a good communicator and enjoy building relationships
- Be able to provide clear and concise advice
- Wish to learn new skills and acquire technical expertise
- Work well in a team and under supervision
- Excellent attention to detail, negotiation and analytical skills
- Not be afraid to question and challenge information and evidence put forward by the parties (and their representatives) in a case
- Have a commercial awareness to legal issues
- Be flexible with a positive attitude to change, both internally and in the context of clients' business
25 days' annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy SchemeLife Insurance & Income ProtectionPrivate Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash PlanEmployee Assistance Programme & Digital GP servicesPension SchemeElectric Car SchemeEnhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption LeaveHybrid & Flexible Working OptionsDiscounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount HubFlu & Eyecare Vouchers – and more!
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