Litigator - RTA with non-RTA

National Accident Law; England; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in personal injury law is seeking an experienced Litigator to manage RTA and other claims. This remote role involves assessing liability, managing cases, and engaging empathetically with clients. Join us for a supportive, innovative work culture with excellent benefits, including 25 days of holiday and a contributory pension.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Contributory pension

Healthcare with Simply Health

Regular events

Annual awards

Qualifications

• Experience handling non-portal claims from a Claimant perspective.
• Proven ability to manage high-value cases independently.
• Strong litigation background and high billing achievement.

Responsibilities

• Progress pre-issue claims into litigation using advanced knowledge.
• Draft particulars of claim and necessary documentation.
• Meet strict court deadlines and manage case handovers.

Skills

Litigation

Communication

Case Management

Risk Management

Technical Competence

IT Skills

Job description

Location: Remote

Job Type: Full time, 37.5 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive

At National Accident Law, our purpose is to help those who have had a personal injury get their lives back on track. We handle compensation claims in a modern, imaginative, and personal way, driven by curious minds that shape innovation in accident injury law. Our values—Passionate, Curious, Driven, and Unified—are central to our supportive, fun, and inclusive culture. Join us to see for yourself why we are a great place to work.

THE PURPOSE OF YOUR ROLE

As an experienced Litigator, you will primarily handle RTA cases, with a mix of EL/PL/OL claims that drop out of the MOJ portal, along with some Intermediate and Multi Track cases. Your responsibilities include assessing liability, managing cases efficiently, and securing the best outcomes for both clients and the business.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING AS A LITIGATOR

• Progress pre-issue claims into litigation swiftly using your advanced knowledge.
• Collaborate with other teams to ensure smooth case handovers.
• Draft particulars of claim and other necessary documentation accurately.
• Understand different claim tracks and maximize revenue accordingly.
• Meet strict court deadlines.
• Stay well-versed with CPR rules and relevant case law.
• Attend conferences, hearings, and Case Management Conferences as needed.
• Instruct Counsel or experts when required.
• Support other teams and handle complex queries.
• Make timely file closure decisions.
• Engage with consumers empathetically and personally.
• Assess cases, support clients, and maintain engagement through informed advice.
• Keep up-to-date with market knowledge to ensure skills remain relevant.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience handling non-portal claims from a Claimant perspective.
• Proven ability to manage high-value cases independently.
• Strong litigation background and high billing achievement.
• Technical competence and ability to handle a mixed caseload.
• Risk management skills for sound decision-making.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in analyzing MI for decision-making.
• Strong IT skills to maximize efficiency.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Confident, proactive, and capable decision-maker.
• Detail-oriented and analytically minded.
• Driven to achieve the right results.
• Passionate, curious, and unified in approach.

We offer remote work with monthly team meetings in the North-West of England. Benefits include 25 days holiday, a contributory pension, healthcare with Simply Health, regular events, annual awards, and Gold standard Investors in People accreditation. Learn more on our website. We look forward to your application!

Relevant experience may include roles such as Personal Injury Lawyer, Civil Litigation Solicitor, RTA Specialist, Claims Litigation Executive, among others.