Local Government Solicitor

We are currently recruiting for an NQ Solicitor to join our Casualty Local Government Team in Liverpool. Working in the dedicated Local Government team based out of Liverpool with your own caseload of predominantly fast-track claims (and/or multi track depending on experience). We receive direct instructions from both insureds and insurers for a wide range of cases involving public sector and insurance clients nationally.

You will be responsible for the running of the day to day of your cases including liaising with clients, opponents, court, witnesses and undertaking your own liability investigations.

• Predominantly PI including EL, PL and Highways
• Housing disrepair
• Property damage
• Complete MI procedures as and when required
• Achieve set financial and chargeable targets
• Ensure relevant deadlines, SLAs, quality measures and KPI's are adhered to
• Comply with relevant policies and procedures
• Work in accordance with Weightmans  values
• This list is not intended to be exhaustive and you will be expected to perform other duties and have other responsibilities that fall within the wider remit of the role.

• Current experience at handling/managing defendant EL/PL casualty claims is essential
• Previous experience at managing defendant EL/PL
• Genuine interest in claims validation
• Working knowledge of PL, EL, Highways
• Experience of handling own casualty caseload
• Good drafting skills
• Good influencing skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and team working skills
• Experience of technical supervision of other case handlers
• Ambition and drive to grow, develop and expand your knowledge set