Winn Solicitors (Scotland) LLP offers a specialist accident claims service, focusing on all elements of the claims process to help our clients deal with the fall-out of a non-fault accident.
An exciting opportunity has arisen due to business growth for a Solicitor with 5+ years PQE to join the firm’s busy team in Edinburgh.
The successful candidate will manage and supervise a team of solicitors handling RTA, EL/PL, vehicle and hire claims. Handle their diverse caseload of complex and high-value cases.
This position is full-time (35 hours per week) with a successful firm offering attractive benefits and genuine career progression opportunities.
Employee Benefits
* Competitive base salary (discretionary bonus subject to performance)
* Annual salary review (subject to performance)
* 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and an additional birthday holiday
* Three-day bonus holiday for full attendance
* Option to buy & sell up to 5 holidays per year (subject to eligibility)
* Additional holidays for long service
* Training, development, and career progression opportunities
* Fully funded recognised training and qualifications
* Bike to work scheme
* Company social events
* Employee Assistance Confidential Helpline
* Death in service insurance (3x salary)
* Annual flu jab and eyecare scheme
Job Description
Your responsibilities will include:
* Manage and supervise a team of solicitors handling claims, including RTA, EL/PL, injury, vehicle damage, and hire claims.
* Handle a diverse caseload, focusing on complex or high-value cases.
* Ensure compliance with Scottish civil litigation procedures and pre-action protocols.
* Provide technical guidance and support to team members on liability, causation, and quantum assessments.
* Lead negotiations with insurers and opposing solicitors for optimal settlements.
* Review and approve court documents prepared by team members.
* Conduct regular file reviews and quality checks to maintain high standards of work.
* Mentor and develop junior solicitors, providing constructive feedback and support.
* Liaise with medical experts, engineers, and other specialists as required.
* Manage client relationships and expectations effectively.
* Contribute to business development initiatives and firm-wide strategic projects.
* Implement and maintain effective case management systems and processes.
* Ensure team adherence to regulatory requirements and firm procedures.
* Deliver a level of client care in accordance with service level agreements.
* Follow company policies, procedures and processes.
* Maximise income per case through the recovery of damages to include hire, repairs, recovery and storage.
* Report issues, problems and compliance breaches in a timely manner to the appropriate level of management.
* Ensure compliance with Information Security Policies including data confidentiality and the operational security of the Information Systems used.
* To ensure you uphold the core values.
* Any ad hoc or additional duties as deemed fit and appropriate by the Management Team for this post and the associated level of responsibility attached to it.
Person Specification
* Must be admitted in Scotland and be 5+ years PQE.
* Understanding of credit hire would be desirable.
* Court litigation experience including an understanding of Court of Session and Sheriff Court Procedures.
* Conduct hearings in the Sheriff Courts.
* Ability to deal with difficult clients, communicate effectively, and where appropriate give legal advice in relation to their claim.
* Ability to work towards shared goals and objectives.
* Commercial acumen with a focus on achieving financial targets and client satisfaction.
* Proven track record of successfully managing and developing a team of solicitors.
* Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others.
* Experience in demonstrating effective teamwork within a commercial environment.
* Cooperative and flexible approach.
* Ability to identify where problems may arise and adopt a solution-focused approach.
* Demonstrate effective communication and good interpersonal skills.
* IT literate.
* Commitment to own personal development.
Winn Solicitors is a specialist accident claims company, that provides an independent and trusted service in Scotland.
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