Litigator

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing legal practice in Cardiff is seeking a Litigator to manage Part 7 litigated claims, focusing on client care and legal representation. Candidates should have experience in personal injury claims and a strong ability to manage a diverse caseload. This position offers competitive benefits, career progression opportunities, and a commitment to a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Generous annual leave (33 days rising to 38)

Flexible working

Private health cover

Critical illness cover

Commitment to wellbeing with capped caseloads

Qualifications

• Strong ability to prioritise and manage caseload.
• Exceptional client care skills.
• Previous experience in personal injury claims handling.
• Litigation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex Part 7 claims involving legal issues.
• Run claims from pre-limitation stage to trial.
• Draft court pleadings and liaise with Counsel.
• Secure positive outcomes for clients.

Skills

Strong ability to prioritise and manage a full caseload

Exceptional client care skills

Previous experience in personal injury claims handling

Litigation experience preferred

Job description

Litigator - Cardiff
Full Time

About the Role

A leading legal practice is seeking a Litigator to join its Litigation department in Cardiff. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload of Part 7 litigated Road Traffic Accident (RTA) claims.

This role involves handling personal injury claims up to £25,000, representing clients seeking compensation for injuries and financial losses resulting from accidents. The candidate will handle a diverse caseload, always prioritising the best interests of clients and proactively progressing cases to positive outcomes.

Responsibilities include delivering exceptional client care, investigating injuries ranging from general orthopaedic issues to complex cases requiring multiple medical experts, and exploring financial losses such as employed and self-employed loss of earnings, ongoing treatment, and care needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex Part 7 claims involving issues of fact or law, including cases dropping out of the OIC/MOJ portal, LVI or fraud allegations, and applications to transfer files from Part 8 to Part 7.
• Run claims from pre-limitation stage to trial, securing positive outcomes for clients.
• Issue Part 7 claims, serve claims, and follow directions through to trial.
• Draft court pleadings, witness statements, applications, and schedules of loss.
• Liaise with Counsel and other specialists as required.

Skills and Experience

• Strong ability to prioritise and manage a full caseload.
• Exceptional client care skills.
• Previous experience in personal injury claims handling.
• Litigation experience preferred.

About the Firm

The firm is a growing legal practice specialising in personal injury claims. It operates as a standalone entity within a wider business framework, offering the expertise of dedicated specialists alongside the support and benefits of a larger organisation.

The firm values individuals who are eager to learn, enthusiastic about taking on challenges, and committed to delivering excellent service to clients.

Culture and Benefits

• A diverse and inclusive workplace where colleagues can truly be themselves.
• Opportunities for career growth and progression.
• Competitive benefits, including generous annual leave (33 days rising to 38), flexible working, private health cover, critical illness cover, and more.
• Commitment to wellbeing, including capped caseloads to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Recognition as a Great Place to Work for Women, Wellbeing, and overall workplace excellence.

COntact Daniel Mason at our head offices for immediate consideration.