Senior Disease PI Solicitor – EL/PL & Motor Claims

Weightmans; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Weightmans in Glasgow seeks a Solicitor with 4+ years PQE to join the Insurance Team, focusing on disease claims and EL/PL matters. You will manage a varied caseload, liaise with clients and opponents, and assist with high-value claims including regulatory matters.

There is scope to work on motor and fraud matters and to supervise junior fee earners. The role involves day-to-day case management, adherence to deadlines, and contributing to business development activities, while upholding

Qualifications

• Experience defending disease and EL/PL casualty claims is essential.
• Experience defending motor/fraud claims is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Court of Session and Sheriff Court procedures is preferable.
• Ability to handle own caseload with supervision of juniors when required.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Handle predominantly disease PI cases, plus EL, PL and motor claims.
• Work as part of a team providing a full range of legal advice and representation.
• Assist Partners with cases, client development, training and networking.
• Support supervision and development of junior handlers.
• Complete MI procedures and achieve financial and chargeable targets.
• Ensure deadlines, SLAs and KPI standards are met and policies followed.

Skills

Managing disease & EL/PL claims

Motor/fraud claims defence

Court procedure knowledge

Caseload management

Influencing skills

Communication skills

Organisation & time management

Interpersonal and teamwork

Deadline & target adherence

Education

Qualified Solicitor (4+ PQE)

Job description

Weightmans in Glasgow seeks a Solicitor with 4+ years PQE to join the Insurance Team, focusing on disease claims and EL/PL matters. You will manage a varied caseload, liaise with clients and opponents, and assist with high-value claims including regulatory matters.

There is scope to work on motor and fraud matters and to supervise junior fee earners. The role involves day-to-day case management, adherence to deadlines, and contributing to business development activities, while upholding