Casualty Fraud Senior Solicitor

Weightmans; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Manchester seeks a Senior Solicitor specializing in defendant liability claims. The position involves managing a diverse caseload with responsibilities including client communication and case investigation, aimed at supporting a dedicated casualty fraud team. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong legal knowledge and interpersonal skills, alongside a commitment to achieving set targets.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE managing defendant EL/PL claims.
• Experience handling fraud claims is desirable.
• Interest in claims validation and fraud.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of fast-track claims.
• Liaise with clients, opponents, and courts.
• Conduct liability investigations and oversee day-to-day case management.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Influencing skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

About your new role

Our Casualty team provides a full, expert service in defending public (PL) and employers' liability (EL) claims, across the private and public sectors. Weightmans' team is renowned for defendant litigation services in these and other specialist Casualty areas. We operate nationally with dedicated commercial insurance and public sector teams, including a Casualty Fraud team.

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Solicitor with 5+ years PQE to join our Casualty Fraud Team in Manchester.

In this role, you will manage your own caseload of predominantly fast-track claims (and/or multi-track depending on experience), handling instructions from both insureds and insurers. Our fraud identification system supports internal referrals and advisory services across a range of cases involving commercial, public sector, and insurance clients nationwide.

You will oversee the day-to-day management of your cases, liaising with clients, opponents, courts, witnesses, and conducting liability investigations. We also have a dedicated team to undertake intelligence searches and counter-fraud enquiries beyond the scope of client handling.

Types of law/responsibilities include:

• Predominantly PI including EL, PL, and Highways
• Housing disrepair
• Property damage
• Completing MI procedures as required
• Achieving financial and chargeable targets
• Adhering to deadlines, SLAs, quality standards, and KPIs
• Compliance with policies and procedures
• Upholding Weightmans’ values

This list is not exhaustive; you may be assigned other duties within the wider scope of the role.

About You

You will be a qualified Solicitor with a genuine interest in this area of work. The role is varied, so flexibility and adaptability are essential. Additionally, you should have:

• Experience managing defendant EL/PL casualty claims
• Experience handling defendant EL/PL fraud claims (desirable)
• 5+ years PQE
• Interest in claims validation and fraud
• Knowledge of PL, EL, Highways, and Housing Law
• Experience managing your own casualty caseload
• Strong drafting skills
• Influencing skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

If you meet these criteria and are enthusiastic and eager to learn, we look forward to your application.

Why work for us

Join our award-winning organisation. Weightmans has been recognized as a leading employer for 18 consecutive years at Britain’s Top Employers awards 2025, ranking 5th. We have also secured top positions in Chambers UK.

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