Fast Track Fee Earner (Non Portal) – Bristol Based

Minster Law Ltd; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Minster Law Ltd. in Bristol seeks a Fast Track Fee Earner to manage a high-volume RTA caseload within the Non MOJ Car Team. The role focuses on progressing claims toward settlement with a client-centered approach while following procedures.

The successful candidate will have prior experience with RTA pre-litigated claims, strong CPR knowledge, and be able to work independently as well as in a team, with excellent communication and negotiation skills. Hybrid working arrangement offered.

Qualifications

• Experience managing your own caseload of RTA pre-litigated claims.
• Strong understanding of CPR and litigation processes.
• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with practising rights desirable.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
• Proficiency with case management software and MS Office.
• Independent and team-based work mindset.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume caseload of RTA pre- and post-litigated non-portal claims.
• Maintain client relationships to optimise outcomes.
• Assess liability, review medical reports, and research case law.
• Draft schedules of damages and assess awards for pain, suffering and loss of amenity.
• Negotiate settlements and identify litigation opportunities.
• Draft court proceedings, handle directions and disclosures, coordinate with Counsel/experts.

Skills

Caseload management (RTA)

CPR & litigation knowledge

Negotiation

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Proactive learning

Education

Solicitor or CILEX with practising rights

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

# Fast Track Fee Earner (Non Portal) – Bristol Based* Location: Bristol* Department: Claims* Employment Type: Fee Earner – Non MOJ* Remote Status: Hybrid* Salary: £29500 – £37000Apply on TeamTailor**Job description****Fast Track Fee Earner – Job Summary** We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Fast Track Fee Earner to join our Non MOJ Car Team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a caseload of fast track personal injury claims, ensuring that all cases are handled efficiently and effectively. You will play a crucial role in providing exceptional client service while adhering to legal standards and internal protocols.**Fast Track Fee Earner – Requirements*** Previous experience of managing your own caseload of RTA pre-litigated claims.* Good understanding of the CPR and litigation processes.* A qualified Solicitor or CILEX qualified with additional practicing rights, would be desirable.* Good understanding of the CPR and litigation processes.* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a keen attention to detail.* Proficiency in using case management software and Microsoft Office applications.* Tactically astute and an excellent negotiator.* Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills.* A proactive approach to learning and professional development is highly desirable.**Fast Track Fee Earner – Responsibilities*** Responsible for a high-volume caseload of RTA pre and post litigated non portal claims, following Minster Law best practise, in order to progress your claims through to settlement or transfer to litigation.* Ownership of the client relationship ensuring that the right outcome is achieved and the client’s claim is optimised.* Ability to deal with complex liability disputes involving motorcycles, and denials of liability with minimal supervision.* Assess quantum to include reviewing medical reports and researching and obtaining relevant case law for complex multi-site injuries.* Drafting schedules of special damages and assessing suitable awards for compensation for pain, suffering and loss of amenity, and other general damages.* Negotiate with third parties to ensure we receive the best settlement figures for our clients in a proactive and timely manner, identify litigation opportunities where appropriate.* Drafting Court proceedings, dealing with direction questionnaires, adhering to court directions and timescales, preparing relevant documents for disclosure, dealing with telephone hearings, submitting evidence and instructing Counsel/other appropriate experts as required.We invite candidates who are passionate about personal injury law and committed to delivering outstanding client service to apply for this exciting opportunity within our Non MOJ Car Team.Join us as we strive to provide outstanding service while fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture in a platinum-accredited Investors in People organisation. We look forward to welcoming an enthusiastic Fast Track Fee Earner who shares our commitment to excellence.The annual salary range for this role is £29,500 – £37,000**Equal Opportunities**Minster Law is committed to equality and diversity and being a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone.We’re an equal opportunity and disability confident employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, neurodiversity, or disability status. You can read our commitment to equality and diversity on the Minster Law site.