Solicitor Advocate - Hybrid

Sacco Mann; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national firm is seeking a Solicitor Advocate to join their top motor claims team in Manchester. This role offers the chance to work on a diverse range of motor liability defence cases, from straightforward disputes to complex high-value claims. You will conduct advocacy in court, provide strategic legal advice, and mentor junior colleagues. With a focus on inclusion and professional excellence, this innovative firm offers hybrid working arrangements and clear career progression opportunities. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression opportunities

Inclusive culture

Exposure to complex cases

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in litigation and courtroom advocacy.
• Confident in handling your own hearings, applications, and trials.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advocacy in the County Court, including trials and applications.
• Provide strategic advice on procedural and liability issues.

Skills

Litigation

Courtroom Advocacy

Motor Litigation

Personal Injury Claims

Client Communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Barrister

FCILEx Advocate

Job description

An excellent and unique opportunity has arisen within a top national firm for a Solicitor Advocate to join a leading team specialising in motor liability defence in Manchester.You will be joining one of the UK's top defendant motor claims teams, representing major insurers, self-insured corporates, and fleet operators.This is a chance to work on cases ranging from straightforward liability disputes to complex, high-value injury claims.

As a Solicitor Advocate, you will:

• Conduct advocacy in the County Court, including OIC and MOJ hearings, trials, and applications.
• Provide strategic advice on procedural and liability issues in motor-related claims.
• Draft pleadings, skeleton arguments, and legal opinions.
• Manage and progress personal injury litigation with a proactive approach.
• Collaborate with colleagues at all levels to deliver practical, commercial legal solutions.
• Support and mentor junior team members in advocacy and litigation.

About you:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or FCILEx Advocate.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in litigation and courtroom advocacy.
• Background in motor litigation or personal injury claims.
• Confident in handling your own hearings, applications, and trials.
• Experience with credit hire, indemnity, fraud, or catastrophic injury cases in a plus.
• Strong communicator with a client-focused approach.

What's on offer?:

• Competitive salary and bonus.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Clearly defined career progression in a dynamic legal team.
• Exposure to a wide range of complex, high-value motor litigation.
• A culture that values inclusion, integrity, and professional excellence.

If you are a Solicitor Advocate looking to build your career and are interested in this Manchester based role, apply today.You can contact Nadine Ali at Sacco Mann for further information or submit your CV directly to this advert.