Associate Solicitor

HF LIMITED t/a HF; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Life Insurance

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Scheme

Hybrid & Flexible Working

Discounted Gym Membership

Job summary

HFPeople, a forward‑looking legal adviser in the UK, seeks an experienced Solicitor/Associate/Senior Associate to handle mainly litigated RTA claims on behalf of major motor insurers. You will assess liability and quantum, manage deadlines, and collaborate with a skilled team.

The role offers hybrid/flexible working options and a supportive environment focused on professional growth and delivering strong outcomes for clients.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with experience managing own caseloads
• Experience handling litigated RTA claims
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Able to work under supervision within a team

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of mainly litigated RTA claims for major motor insurers
• Assess liability and quantum; prepare and review evidence
• Attend conferences, hearings, and court appearances as appropriate
• Maintain client relationships and meet deadlines and SLAs
• Produce court documents and witness statements
• Collaborate with experts, counsel, and clients to advise on strategy

Skills

Caseload management

Communication

Liability assessment

Negotiation

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Tools

Legal research

Job description

About HFPeople. Not just lawyersWe're not your typical law firm – we're people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients' needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law. We are currently looking for an experienced Solicitor/Associate/Senior Associate who will be working on a caseload of mainly litigated RTA claims on behalf of major motor insurers, mainly with a value of between £50,000 and £500,000, and assessing liability and quantum throughout. You will be working in a team of highly experienced professionals in an engaging and driven environment. This will be a challenging yet rewarding role, as not only do we promote strong relationships and results for our clients, but we also promote strong working relationships within the team.

• Ability to conduct a caseload of mainly litigated RTA claims on behalf of major motor insurers, with a value of between £50,000 and £500,000
• Managing timetables
• Preparing/reviewing evidence
• Dealing with extensive disclosure
• Advising clients on tactics and reviewing evidence
• Preparing court documents
• Attending conferences with experts/clients/counsel
• Attending court/telephone hearings and representing the client for hearings where appropriate
• Interviewing witnesses to obtain witness statements
• Maintaining strong working relationships with clients ensuring deadlines and SLA's are met
• To collect and update accurate MIMaintain high standards of professional conduct while achieving agreed financial, operational and other performance targets
• Exhibit and promote a high level of technical competence within your department, acting as a knowledge hub supporting the production of technical material and training

• Be a qualified Solicitor
• Have experience of conducting their own caseload of claims with a value up to £500k
• Have strong organisation skills and an ability to consistently meet deadlines
• Be a good communicator and enjoy building relationships
• Be able to provide clear and concise advice
• Wish to learn new skills and acquire technical expertise
• Work well in a team and under supervision
• Excellent attention to detail, negotiation and analytical skills
• Not be afraid to question and challenge information and evidence put forward by the parties (and their representatives) in a case
• Have a commercial awareness to legal issues
• Be flexible with a positive attitude to change, both internally and in the context of clients' business

25 days' annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy SchemeLife Insurance & Income ProtectionPrivate Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash PlanEmployee Assistance Programme & Digital GP servicesPension SchemeElectric Car SchemeEnhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption LeaveHybrid & Flexible Working OptionsDiscounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount HubFlu & Eyecare Vouchers – and more!