Solicitor ELPL - NQ 1-4

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Here at Slater and Gordon we are a leading consumer law firm and our 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 and our clients are the centre of it all.

 

Due to continued success we are now looking to expand our talented EL/PL Personal Injury team in Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Solicitor NQ 1- 4 with personal injury experience who is looking for a rewarding and challenging career.

 

Our team has extensive experience providing support and guidance in what can be very challenging circumstances such as seriously injured clients following high profile incidents.

 

Client service is at the heart of Slater and Gordon and we take pride in the impressive results we generate, demonstrating our range of work and the relentless pursuit of justice by our Solicitors. If you have got the talent, ambition and focus and are looking for a stimulating and rewarding career we would love to hear from you.

 

Responsibilities to include;

 

• Managing own caseload
• Cover court hearings, including proofs
• To assist senior Lawyers in the progression of serious injury cases
• Providing the highest level of client care in the management of client matters
• Overseeing all the financial aspects of matters including time recording, billing and debtor management in order to achieve your personal fee budget
• Building relationships with internal and external parties
• Ensuring that files are managed effectively, meeting set deadlines, complying with precedents, letters or documents on the case management system
• Participating, with other fee earners in marketing activities including networking

 

About You;

 

• Applicants must be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of personal injury claims
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build and maintain good working relationships
• We are looking for someone who is proactive and who has the ability to organise and prioritise their workload effectively.
• Timely and accurate maintenance of all case management, billing and management information systems to ensure completeness of records and aid business decision making
• Proficient IT skills

 

What we offer in return:

 

In return we offer a competitive salary with market leading benefits, a positive and inviting work environment, exposure to industry specialists and the fantastic opportunity to develop a rewarding and successful career.

 

How to apply:

 

If you have got the talent, ambition and focus and are looking for a stimulating and rewarding career we would love to hear from you. To make a formal application please select "Apply now" and follow the online process. Should your application be shortlisted a member of the recruitment team will be in touch.