Team Leader - Personal Injury
Location: Leeds (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Solicitor to join a leading Personal Injury and Motor Litigation department as a Team Leader. This role offers a blend of strategic leadership, operational management, and technical expertise — ideal for an experienced litigator looking to take the next step in their career.
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Operational Performance & Strategy, you'll lead a team of Solicitors, Legal Executives, and Paralegals in delivering high-quality outcomes across all non-portal personal injury and motor-related litigation. You'll play a key role in ensuring the team operates efficiently, profitably, and with outstanding client service.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, motivate, and develop a team of legal professionals handling personal injury and motor litigation cases.
* Drive performance by setting and achieving operational and financial targets.
* Oversee resource allocation and manage team workloads to meet business and budgetary goals.
* Ensure adherence to processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
* Deliver expert, ethical, and pragmatic legal advice to clients.
* Monitor client satisfaction and complaints, using insights to drive service enhancements.
* Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and risk management frameworks.
* Foster a high-performance, positive culture aligned with company values.
* Collaborate effectively across departments and external stakeholders.
* Support training and professional development to maintain a skilled and motivated workforce.
About you:
* Qualified Solicitor.
* Proven experience handling personal injury claims.
* Strong leadership and team management background within a legal setting.
* Excellent understanding of personal injury law and litigation processes.
* Commercially astute, proactive, and client-focused.
Working pattern:
* 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday).
* Hybrid: 3 days from home / 2 days in the Bromley or Leeds office.
Benefits:
* 9% employer pension contribution.
* Up to 10% annual performance bonus.
* 50% discount on home, motor, and pet insurance plus free breakdown cover.
* Optional health and dental insurance.
* Electric Vehicle car scheme.
* Generous annual leave allowance.
* Share purchase scheme.
* Employee discounts and cashback offers.
* Comprehensive wellbeing and work-life balance support.
This an outstanding opportunity to join a progressive, people-focused organisation where your leadership and expertise will directly influence operational success and client experience. You'll enjoy flexibility, development, and a supportive culture that values your contribution.
Please apply within or send your CV to rio@douglas-scott.co.uk