Job Traineeship at Carpenters Group
Salary: £24,000 per annum in Year One, increasing to £27,500 in Year 2.
Successful candidates must be available to attend an Assessment Day at our Glasgow office in early June, with the start of the traineeship scheduled for September. The application deadline is Friday, 16th May.
Job Purpose
* To handle mainly Pursuer, but also some Defender, RTA Personal Injury cases pre-litigation and non-PI RTA cases.
* To prepare and manage RTA litigated cases at Sheriff Court level.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
The traineeship is structured in phases:
First 6 months
* Training in handling cases involving road traffic accidents, including disputes.
* Exposure to and experience of handling straightforward low-level Personal Injury claims.
* Handling cases related to recovery of insurer outlays for insurer clients.
* Learning to take initial calls and statements from clients and witnesses.
* Training on drafting basic correspondence to clients, insurers, and medical experts.
* Introduction to litigation, including drafting Simple Procedure paperwork.
* Learning to use case management systems and managing daily tasks efficiently.
6-12 months
* Enhancing skills in Simple Procedure litigation and court procedures.
* Training on drafting Personal Injury actions and assisting with court documents.
* Developing skills in valuing lower-level personal injury cases.
* Providing advice to clients based on evidence such as medical reports and liability issues.
12-18 months
* Representing clients in court or via video link for procedural hearings.
* Handling more complex cases with supervision.
* Training on valuing higher-value and complex cases.
* Conducting client meetings for straightforward cases with support.
* Advising clients on settlement offers and case progression risks.
18-24 months
* Preparing cases for evidential hearings and conducting your own hearings.
* Drafting skills for serious injury cases, with guidance.
* Managing your own caseload, including litigation.
* Appearing at various court hearings involving contentious issues.
Experience & Knowledge
* Completion and passing of LLB and Diploma in Legal Practice.
* Experience with RTA claims or Civil Litigation is advantageous.
* Commercial awareness, attention to detail, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
* Strong analytical reasoning and communication skills.
Our Commitment
Carpenters Group values diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. We celebrate differences and are committed to equal opportunities.
About Us
With over 30 years of experience, Carpenters Group has grown into a team of 1500 professionals across multiple locations, providing legal and insurance services. We partner with leading insurers and support individuals with legal needs.
Benefits
* 25 days' holiday, holiday buy/sell scheme
* Charitable and wellbeing initiatives
* Insurance and financial benefits
* Training, development, and social events
* Dress for your day policy
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