Fee Earner - Non MOJ

Minster Law; Kettlethorpe; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Kettlethorpe seeks a Fast Track Fee Earner to manage personal injury claims effectively. The role requires a qualified individual with experience in handling RTA pre-litigated claims, strong negotiation abilities, and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will navigate complex disputes and ensure optimal client outcomes. The position offers a competitive salary range between £29,500 - £37,000 annually and values equality and diversity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience managing own caseload of RTA pre-litigated claims.
• Understanding of CPR and litigation processes.
• Proficiency in communication, verbal and written.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-volume caseload of RTA non-portal claims.
• Draft Court proceedings and prepare necessary documents.
• Negotiate optimal settlement figures for clients.
• Assess quantum and review medical reports for cases.

Skills

Managing a caseload of RTA claims

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX qualified

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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 practising rights, would be desirable.
• 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.

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.