Fraud Fee Earner

BCL Legal Limited; Greater Manchester; Remote; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work including up to 95% home‑基

Job summary

A UK law firm is seeking an experienced Defendant RTA/Fraud Fee Earner to manage a diverse caseload of fraud-related motor claims in a largely remote role. You will handle cases involving LVI, staged accidents, phantom passengers, and exaggerated losses, with many matters progressing to multi-track litigation.

The role offers remote working with occasional travel to the Manchester office, a supportive team, and the chance to contribute to high-quality fraud litigation across motor claims.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in Defendant RTA/fraud work.
• Strong fraud litigation background including LVI, staged accidents, and similar claims.
• Comfortable working independently and remotely.
• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive (CILEx), or experienced Fee Earner.
• Solid understanding of CPR, case strategy and fraud indicators.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of litigated motor fraud claims, often with credit hire and exaggerated injury elements.
• Conduct thorough investigations, including analysis of fraud intelligence and expert evidence.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, and applications, and conduct hearings as appropriate.
• Work autonomously, with support from senior colleagues when needed.
• Engage with insurer clients and maintain excellent service standards.

Skills

Defendant RTA/fraud litigation

Remote / independent work

Litigation drafting and statements

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Legal Executive (CILEx)

Job description

Defendant Fraud Fee Earner - Remote Working - UK Law Firm

Location: Remote (with occasional travel to Manchester office if required)

Salary: Up to £60,000 + benefits

Experience Required: 5+ years PQE in Defendant RTA/Fraud litigation

A highly regarded UK-based claims and loss adjusting group is seeking an experienced Defendant RTA/Fraud Fee Earner to join its legal team. This is a fully remote role offering a rare opportunity to work within a specialist, close-knit team handling high-quality litigated fraud cases across the motor space.

The Role

You will manage a diverse caseload of Defendant RTA claims with a particular focus on suspected fraudulent cases - including LVI, staged accidents, phantom passengers, and exaggerated losses. Many matters proceed to litigation, including multi-track level. The work is challenging and fast-paced, offering exposure to complex fraud indicators and strategy-driven litigation.

You’ll work within a small, agile ABS law firm, connected to a wider insurance and claims group. The team includes experienced litigators and an award-winning partner with a strong pipeline of work and a collaborative ethos.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of litigated motor fraud claims, often with credit hire and exaggerated injury elements
• Conduct thorough investigations, including analysis of fraud intelligence and expert evidence
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, and applications, and conduct hearings as appropriate
• Work autonomously, with support from senior colleagues when needed
• Engage with insurer clients and maintain excellent service standards

Candidate Profile

• 5+ years' PQE or equivalent experience in Defendant RTA/fraud work
• Strong fraud litigation background, with experience in LVI, staged accident, and similar claims
• Comfortable working independently and remotely
• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive (CILEx), or experienced Fee Earner
• Solid understanding of CPR, case strategy, and fraud indicators
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £60,000 (DOE)
• Flexible remote working - up to 95% home-based
• High-quality, secure caseload with a strong fraud focus
• Small, experienced team environment with direct access to a Partner
• Career development and exposure to strategic litigation