Associate Solicitor

HF LIMITED t/a HF; Milton Keynes, Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid & Flexible Working Options

25 days’ annual leave + Holiday Buy

Life Insurance & Income Protection

Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare

Pension Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity & Adopton

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Gym Membership

Job summary

HF is seeking an experienced Solicitor/Associate/Senior Associate to manage a caseload of litigated RTA claims for major motor insurers. The role focuses on liability and quantum, with case values typically between £50,000 and £500,000.

You will join a team of seasoned professionals, handling timetables, disclosure, evidence, court documents, conferences, and hearings. A collaborative, quality-driven culture is key.

Qualifications

• Be a qualified solicitor with current practising status.
• Experience handling a personal caseload of claims up to £500k.
• Strong organisation and deadline-driven work style.
• Effective communication and concise advisory ability.
• Desire to learn new skills and adapt to change.
• Team player able to work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of mainly litigated RTA claims for motor insurers.
• Assess liability and quantum throughout the case lifecycle.
• Coordinate timetables and prepare/review evidence.
• Handle extensive disclosure and advise clients on tactics.
• Prepare court documents and attend conferences with experts and clients.
• Represent the client at hearings where appropriate, including teleconference calls.
• Interview witnesses to obtain statements and maintain client relationships.
• Generate accurate management information and meet SLA targets.
• Promote high standards of professional conduct and technical excellence.

Skills

Caseload management

Litigation

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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 MI
• Maintain 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

We'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.

• 25 days' annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme
• Life Insurance & Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services
• Pension Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
• Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
• Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub
• Flu & Eyecare Vouchers - and more!