Join Our CICA Team as a Litigation Lawyer – Make a Real Difference!
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Salary: 30k – 35K (Dependant on Experience)
Monday to Friday – Full Time 38.75 hours per week
Leeds LS8 2AL – office based – free parking
Are you an experienced CICA specialist looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and excellent client service are key? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Our well-established and highly respected and award-winning solicitors’ firm is seeking a Criminal Injury Compensation Claims Litigation Lawyer to help progress cases and secure fair compensation for our clients. For more information on Criminal Injury Compensation please refer to the CICA section of our website.
If you’re looking for a varied and rewarding role in a supportive team where you can contribute to truly make a difference in people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you!
When applying, please include a cover letter.
Main responsibilities
* Manage a caseload of CICA claims from initial instruction through to resolution.
* Provide clear advice to clients on eligibility, evidence requirements, and compensation levels under the CICA scheme.
* Prepare, submit, and progress CICA applications, including appeals and tribunal hearings.
* Liaise with medical experts, witnesses, and other professionals to build strong cases.
* Review police and medical evidence.
* Draft legal documents, correspondence, and detailed submissions for appeals.
* Advocate on behalf of clients in CICA appeals and hearings (where applicable).
* Maintain accurate case records, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal policies.
* Keep up to date with legislative and procedural developments relating to CICA.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria Required
Experience
* Previous CICA experience within a legal practice environment.
* Knowledge of the CICA scheme and/or compensation claims processes preferred.
* Experience of working in a client/customer facing or customer service role
Skills
* Excellent client care skills with the ability to handle sensitive matters with empathy.
* Ability to manage a busy caseload and work to deadlines.
* Strong legal drafting, research, and analytical skills.
* Ability to produce high quality and accurate work.
* Ability to analyse information and use good judgement to make decisions.
* IT proficiency, including case management systems and Microsoft Office.
* Capable of using diplomacy, tact and sensitivity when dealing with others
* Excellent team player who can get on with others
* Ability to handle sensitive information
* Ability to work autonomously and as a team.
* Good information technology skills - must be adept in use of MS Office, particularly Word and Outlook, and ideally case management systems to a basic level, internet and email.
* Possess commercial awareness
Behavioural characteristics
* Compassionate and client-focused, with a commitment to achieving the best outcomes.
* Strong communicator, able to explain complex legal issues in plain language.
* Is resilient, able to manage difficult situations internally.
* Self-motivated, organised, and proactive in case management.
* Team player with a flexible approach to work.