Ensure that cases are progressed in a timely and commercial manner in line with KPI targets and estimated settlement dates
Deal with all aspects of pre and post issue procedures; pursuing cases to conclusion
Assess liability at an early stage, make decisions on prospects of case early and keep write offs to a minimum
Drafting court documents including pleadings, applications, witness statements and court directions
To research points of law and to take responsibility for researching topics prior to undertaking allocated tasks to ensure accuracy
Liaise with clients, experts, barristers, third party solicitors and insurers - a willingness to travel to accommodate attendance in person when appropriate
Attend Court, Joint Settlement Meetings, Case Management Conferences and Conferences with or without Counsel when necessary and in person when appropriate.
Accurate time recording
Maintain cases in good order in accordance with Lexcel and other quality assurance requirement.
Ensure that all outstanding actions as per the task list are completed in a timely fashion
Delegate tasks as appropriate to your Assistants
Assist in the supervision and development of your Assistants and Paralegals across the team
Be willing to put forward ideas and to engage in brand development and marketing
Engage in brand development and marketing
Mentor new team members when required
Maximise all opportunities to escape fixed recoverable costs where applicable
Ensure that an excellent level of client care is maintained

The successful candidate should be a qualified solicitor or CILEX or with equivalent unqualified experience
A proven track record of independently dealing with serious injury, multi-track work up to £100k is essential
Proven KPI's in fees recovery, time recording and client care
Experienced at dealing with a diverse range of liability scenarios including EL/PL as well as RTAs and multiple defendants
Excellent people and client care skills; a sensitive and professional approach always
Experienced in litigation at County Court level
Sound knowledge of the CPR, litigation process and cost budgeting process
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Self-motivated and proactive
A commercial approach to litigation and case progression
Willing to commit to achieving results and meeting deadlines
Flexible in working hours and able to travel
The ability to work in a team and to mentor other team members
Good IT skills, especially in respect of Microsoft Office packages. Previous experience of Proclaim is preferable but not essential
Able to liaise and work well with other integral teams across the business
Excellent time management
Strong commercial awareness
Willingness to put forward ideas and to engage in brand development, networking events and marketing, Experience of proclaim case management system would be desirable
Driving licence

Fletchers is a fast-growing, dynamic law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with outstanding rankings in both The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Following several strategic acquisitions, we've evolved into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for continued growth and innovation.

35 hours working week
Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met)
35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, you also have an option to purchase up to 3 extra days' holiday per year, until you long service award the 3 days after your 5th, 7th, and 9th full year of employment
Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option
Life Assurance Policy
Medicash policy to cover some dental, optical and other medical expenses
Company sick pay
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and IVF schemes
Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance
Varied calendar of funded company social events (check out Fletchers Group on LinkedIn)
Monthly voucher awards for winning nominees
A genuinely supportive and friendly culture
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

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