Solicitor- Grade B- PI

Location
England, Cheshire, Chester
Salary
excellent benefits package
Posted
08 May 2017
Closes
05 Jun 2017
Ref
req2211
Contact
Slater and Gordon UK
Job Title
Solicitor
Practice Area
Personal Injury
PQE Level
5-7
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
The Opportunity;
We are currently recruiting a talented Solicitor with experience of representing Claimants in the Personal injury field who will specialise in EL work so from accidents in the workplace to occupational illness. There could be some exposure to RTA, OL/PL and other PI cases. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of UK's largest Serious and Specialist injury law firms and represent the trade union members with whom we work.

Responsibilities to include;

* Ensure efficient file management including adherence to timescales; compliance with precedents, letters or documents on the case management system; and effective support, guidance and delegation to colleagues
* Pro-actively participate, and support others, in marketing opportunities including networking and contribution to blogs, media commentary etc, within Slater and Gordon guidelines
* Ensure financial aspects of matters including time recording, billing and debtor management are managed to enable achievement of personal fee budget (and team if appropriate)
* Provide mentoring and supervision to team including coaching, training, development and completion of PDRs and file reviews within agreed timescales ensuring both positive and development feedback is provided
* Participation in formal and informal learning activities to share knowledge and expertise more broadly within the practice group
* Participate in internal workflow and planning forums to develop the Practice Group's processes

Knowledge and Skills;

* LPC qualified (Solicitor)
* Relevant work experience
* The role requires knowledge and experience in handling all forms of Multi track EL cases
* Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite and relevant practice and business IT systems
* Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work from various stakeholders
* Proactive
* Attention to detail
* Excellent time management and organisational skills
* Outstanding communication skills

Who we are;

Slater and Gordon Limited is a leading consumer law firm in Australia and the United Kingdom. We employ 1,210 people in 54 locations across Australia and 3,130 people across 25 locations in the UK. Slater and Gordon's mission is to give people easier access to world class legal services. The firm provides specialist legal and complementary services in a broad range of areas.
Founded in Australia in 1935 the company has grown from quite humble beginnings to building a powerful reputation throughout our history as a law firm that fights to achieve the best outcomes and ensure that more people are able to access affordable legal services.

What we offer;

In return we offer a competitive salary and market leading benefits package, a positive and inviting work environment alongside the opportunity to develop your career with a successful International law firm.

Ready to apply?

If you are interested in applying, please follow the online application process. Should your details be shortlisted a member of the recruitment team will be in touch.