Senior Solicitor

Express Solicitors, City Centre, Manchester

Senior Solicitor

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Express Solicitors, City Centre, Manchester

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 days ago, 2 Oct | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 42c62c222d0649d2836bc1f14e882c11

Location ref: City Centre, Manchester

Full Job Description

working within a supportive and collaborative environment.You will handle your own caseload of litigated OL/PL matters from inception through to conclusion, with the opportunity to work on both fast track and multi-track claims.We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, supported by strong non-CMC referral sources, ensuring you are dealing with genuine and meritorious claims.This is a target-driven role where success is rewarded through a generous, uncapped commission structure.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.ResponsibilitiesManaging a caseload of OL/PL claims from cradle to graveHandling both pre-issue and litigated fast track and multi-track mattersConducting legal research and providing clear, commercial legal adviceDrafting pleadings, witness statements, and other legal documentsNegotiating settlements

with opponents and insurersProgressing cases efficiently through litigationRepresenting clients at court where requiredWorking in a fast-paced, target-driven environmentCollaborating with colleagues to achieve the best outcomesKeeping up to date with developments in relevant law and practiceSupporting junior team membersPerson SpecificationQualified Solicitor, CILEX, or equivalent experience (5-8+ PQE)Proven track record of managing a litigated OL/PL claimant caseloadExperience handling cases from inception to trial or disposalStrong knowledge of the Civil Procedure RulesExperience handling fast track and multi-track OL/PL claimsStrong negotiation and advocacy skillsAbility to manage a busy caseload independentlyCommercial and client-focused approachProclaim experience (advantageous)Tenacity, enthusiasm, and a proactive mindsetSalary & HoursA basic salary of £55,000-£70,000, dependent on experience.Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am
to 5pm Friday.Hybrid Working3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation.Holiday & Benefits28 Days Holiday plus bank/public holidays. 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement.Looking After Your Health: Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more.Work Life / Balance: Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award winning, no win no fee law firm specialising exclusively in personal injury claims. Headquartered in Manchester, we support clients nationwide across all areas of personal injury, including employers' liability, serious injury, clinical negligence, occupiers' and public liability, road traffic accidents and industrial disease.We are ranked 64th in The Lawyer UK Top 200, out of more than 10,000 law firms nationwide, and after achieving a 20% year on year growth, Express Solicitors are the largest personal injury claimant firm in the UK.Our commitment to outstanding client care is reflected in our Trustpilot rating of 4.8 (Excellent), placing us among the highest rated firms in the sector.The RoleWe are seeking an experienced OL/PL Claimant Senior Solicitor to join our growing team.This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and commercially minded lawyer to manage a high-quality caseload of Occupier's and Public Liability claims

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/senior-solicitor-127500071