Overview
Are you a dynamic and experienced solicitor looking to make your mark in the world of personal injury and credit hire litigation? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.
Following our exciting business growth, we are looking to grow our team of fee earners to work a high-quality caseload of personal injury cases. The personal injury book consists of a blend of pre-action OIC cases in addition to litigated cases. In addition to the personal injury cases, you will also have the opportunity to run a high-quality caseload of litigated fast track and multi track credit hire cases. At Principia Law, we're not just another law firm - we're a passionate team of legal professionals who excel in credit hire litigation. Our mission is to deliver exceptional results for our clients while fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include working on a high-quality caseload of personal injury cases, including pre-action OIC and litigated cases, and managing a professional caseload of litigated fast track and multi track credit hire cases. You will deal with personal injury cases within the OIC, take cases to trial, handle Part 18s and Part 36 offers, and participate in disclosure and trial preparations.
Qualifications
* First of all you are a Qualified Solicitor
* You have a detailed knowledge of Personal Injury and Fast Track / Multi-track claims
* You are passionate about client care and thrive on negotiation with third party representatives and motivated by extracting the best possible offer for clients.
* You have a great understanding of the OIC, court processes and a successful track record of negotiating positive outcomes and experience of telephone hearings/hearings and/or advocacy techniques.
What’s in it for you
* Salary- Negotiable on experience, plus bonus
* Annual leave - Start with 24 days, increasing to 26 days with service. You’ll have public holidays too and an extra day’s leave to celebrate your birthday!
* Pension - generous employer contributions of 3%.
* Financial Benefits - Free life assurance, a save-as-you-earn scheme, an employee referral scheme (earning £1,000 per referral), and our Benefits App with discounts and cashback at top retailers.
* Wellbeing Services - Access our colleague assistance programme with 24/7 GP service, mental health support and physiotherapy plus cycle to work, eyecare vouchers, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan and Travel Insurance.
* Professional Development - A personalised development plan with regular in-house training, sponsored training/study, paid study/exam leave and Training Contracts.
* Motoring Benefits - Exclusive employee vehicle-leasing schemes, discounted repairs, and reduced rates on weekend car and van hires.
* Stream - A free financial wellbeing app with pay management, savings tools, financial advice and shopping discounts.
About you
* Qualified Solicitor
* Detailed knowledge of Personal Injury and Fast Track / Multi-track claims
* Passionate about client care and thrives on negotiation with third party representatives, motivated by extracting the best possible offer for clients
* Good understanding of the OIC, court processes and a track record negotiating positive outcomes; experience of telephone hearings/hearings and/or advocacy techniques
About us
We’re market leading legal advisors representing and assisting victims of non-fault road traffic accidents to recover their losses from the negligent party's insurance company. As specialists in the credit hire and repair sector, our expertise and knowledge ensure clients get the best representation with the minimum of inconvenience. You can be certain we can offer you a high-quality caseload, development & responsibility in equal measure.
We’re also part of something bigger - ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. Unlock your potential in an industry-leading business, surrounded by inspiring individuals and leaders, fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career.
We are agile. We are experts. We are imaginative. We are reliable.
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