About Us
Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business.
Role
We are currently seeking an experienced RTA / OIC Personal Injury lawyer/paralegal to join our busy Personal Injury department. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of Road Traffic Accident claims, primarily handled through the Official Injury Claim (OIC) portal, ensuring cases are progressed efficiently from initial instruction through to settlement.
We have high quality non-CMC sources for all our work, ensuring that our lawyers only deal with genuine cases. We have strict criteria for acceptance of OIC claims in terms of both liability and likely quantum which must be likely to be at the higher end of tariff valuation.
We offer a generous commission structure, where all our lawyer, get a percentage of every case they win. With no hurdles, and no caps, you are rewarded for the success of every case you bring to completion.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with experience in RTA claims who is looking to develop their career within a fast-paced legal environment.
Responsibilities
* Manage a caseload of RTA OIC/SCT personal injury claims from inception to settlement.
* Handle claims through the Official Injury Claim (OIC) portal and other relevant claims portals.
* Assess liability and review evidence relating to road traffic accidents.
* Obtain and review medical reports and other supporting documentation when required.
* Obtain necessary evidence to support and calculate general and special damages, including but not limited to loss of earnings and treatment costs.
* Negotiate settlement offers with insurance companies.
* Provide clear legal advice to clients.
* Ensure compliance with relevant pre-action protocols and Civil Procedure Rules.
* Maintain accurate records using the firm’s case management system.
* Work to departmental targets and performance indicators
* Preparing and drafting legal documents, including pleadings and witness statements
* Negotiating settlements and representing clients in court when necessary
* Working in a target driven, fast paced environment
* Collaborating with colleagues to ensure the successful outcome of cases.
* Keeping up to date with changes in relevant laws and regulations
Person Specification
* Previous experience handling RTA personal injury claims.
* Knowledge of the Official Injury Claim (OIC) portal and the personal injury claims process.
* Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and meet deadlines.
* Proven billing track record of handling a litigated caseload from cradle to grave.
* Knowledge of the civil procedure rules, precedent, trends in litigation, and an ability and willingness to utilise the same to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients
* Strong negotiation and communication skills.
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Law degree, LPC, SQE, CILEX qualification, or relevant legal experience (desirable but not essential).
* Previous exposure of Proclaim case management system is advantageous.
Salary, Hours & Benefits
* A basic salary of £28,000, along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears.
* Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday.
* 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation.
* 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days, plus public/bank holidays.
* Extra day’s holiday for your birthday after 2 years’ service
* 3 holiday buy backs per year after 1 year of service
* Private medical insurance after 2 years’ service.
* Enhanced Maternity leave payment if you have over 1 year’s tenure, further enhanced at over 4 years’ service.
* Death in service
* 24/7 onsite Gym access
* Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more
* Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget.
* Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity and Inclusion.
* Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual (optional) flu jab.
Recruitment Process
Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning.
Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all.
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