Solicitor
at Aequitas Legal Solicitors LimitedJoin a Firm Where People Come First Are you an experienced Personal Injury Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career within a firm that genuinely values its people? At Aequitas Legal, we are not just another law firm. We are a fast-growing, multi-award-winning Personal Injury practice, and this opportunity has arisen from continued business growth and an expanding caseload. We are proud to hold Investors in People Gold accreditation, recognising our commitment to developing, supporting, and investing in our team. Combined with our award wins and strong market reputation, this shows we are a firm that truly delivers for both our clients and our people. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Personal Injury Solicitor to join our expanding team. This role involves managing a diverse caseload of claimant Personal Injury matters, consisting primarily of Employers' Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL), and Occupiers' Liability (OL) claims, with a smaller proportion of Road Traffic Accident (RTA) cases. The successful candidate will have at least 2 years' experience managing their own caseload and will be confident progressing claims from inception through to settlement or trial, where appropriate. Key Responsibilities
- Managing your own caseload of Personal Injury claims from inception to conclusion.
- Handling a varied caseload primarily comprising EL, PL and OL matters.
- Investigating liability and quantum issues.
- Reviewing medical evidence and preparing schedules of loss.
- Negotiating settlements with insurers and defendant representatives.
- Progressing litigated and non-litigated claims.
- Delivering high-quality, empathetic client care throughout the claims process.
- Communicating effectively with clients, experts, insurers and third parties.
- Working efficiently within a structured and supportive team environment. What We Are Looking For
- A minimum of 2 years' experience managing your own Personal Injury caseload.
- Strong experience handling Employers' Liability, Public Liability and Occupiers' Liability claims.
- Experience progressing litigated files would be advantageous.
- Knowledge of RTA claims.
- A proactive, organised and detail-oriented approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A genuine passion for delivering outstanding client service.
- Experience with Proclaim would be advantageous but is not essential. What We Offer At Aequitas Legal, we believe that if our people enjoy what they do, they will perform at their best. We work hard to create an environment where you feel supported, valued and able to grow. We offer:
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance
- Pension scheme
- Access to an on-site gym
- Regular social activities and team events
- A genuinely friendly and supportive working environment
- Real opportunities for career progression and development
- Health Assured support and app
- Holiday Loyalty Scheme Our Culture We understand that work is a significant part of life. That is why we focus on creating a workplace where people feel:
- Appreciated
- Supported
- Motivated
- Listened to Our firm is built on strong core values, including respect, integrity, teamwork, dedication, trust and a sense of fun. We pride ourselves on maintaining a culture where individuals can develop both professionally and personally. Why Aequitas Legal?
- Investors in People Gold accredited employer
- Multi-award-winning Personal Injury practice
- Growing firm with a strong case pipeline
- Supportive leadership team that listens and invests in its staff
- A place where your contribution is recognised and valued If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for, please apply with your CV, covering comments and salary expectations. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Transport links
- Work from home/hybrid - 2 days in the office Experience of the Proclaim System would be an advantage. If this sounds like you, please apply to Rachel Bird, rb@aequitaslegal.co.uk, with your CV, covering letter, and salary expectations. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
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