Motor Recoveries Solicitor

CapeClarke Limited; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defendant law firm in the Midlands is seeking a Motor Recoveries Solicitor (1–3 PQE). You will manage a diverse caseload of motor recovery matters, working closely with senior Partners. This role offers exposure to both high-volume cases and more complex recovery disputes, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for career progression. A competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 is offered along with a flexible hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Direct exposure to experienced Partners

Clear development and progression pathway

Flexible hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 1–3 years’ PQE in insurance litigation or motor claims.
• Confident in managing your own caseload with supervision.
• Commercially minded, well organised and comfortable working to KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of motor recovery matters.
• Handle motor recoveries from initial assessment to resolution.
• Draft pre-action correspondence and enforcement documentation.
• Liaise with insurers and third parties.
• Progress matters in line with CPR and protocols.

Skills

Insurance litigation

Motor claims

Credit hire

Case management

Education

Qualified solicitor (1-3 years’ PQE)

Job description

Motor Recoveries Solicitor (1–3 PQE)

Salary Range: £40,000 - £50,000

Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)

I am working exclusively with two senior Partners at a leading defendant law firm in the Midlands, who are expanding their motor recoveries team due to continued growth in insurer instructions. The Partners are highly experienced in insurance litigation and work closely with major insurer and self‑insured clients. The team handles a broad range of high‑volume and technically varied motor recovery matters, spanning pre‑litigation recoveries through to issued proceedings and enforcement. This is a strong opportunity for a Solicitor (1–3 PQE) to develop under experienced Partner supervision within a supportive, commercially focused insurance environment.

The Role

• You will manage a caseload of motor recovery matters with appropriate supervision from the Partner‑led team, supporting insurer clients to maximise recovery outcomes efficiently and commercially.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Handling motor recoveries from initial assessment through to resolution
• Drafting pre‑action correspondence, pleadings and enforcement documentation
• Recoveries relating to credit hire, vehicle damage, loss of use and uninsured losses
• Liaising with insurers, claims handlers, engineers and third parties
• Progressing matters in line with the CPR and relevant pre‑action protocols
• Supporting senior fee‑earners on more complex recovery disputes where required

About You

• Qualified solicitor with 1–3 years’ PQE in insurance litigation, motor claims or recoveries
• Background in defendant PI, insurance litigation or credit hire preferred
• Confident managing your own caseload with supervision
• Commercially minded, well organised and comfortable working to insurer KPIs

What’s on Offer

• Direct exposure to and mentoring from two experienced insurance litigation Partners
• High‑quality insurer work within a recognised defendant practice
• Exposure to both volume and more complex recovery matters
• Clear development and progression pathway
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible hybrid working model