Solicitor/CILEX - Pain Team

Carpenters Limited

West Kirby

Hybrid

GBP 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Minimum 25 days’ holiday

2 x Volunteering days

Matched Giving

Medicash cash plan

MyMedicashApp

Life Assurance Scheme (4 x salary)

Pension scheme

Wellbeing Champions network

Training and development opportunities

Funded social events

Dress for your day policy

Job summary

Carpenters Group seeks a qualified solicitor or experienced PI file handler to manage a specialist caseload of pain-related injury claims. You will lead cases, set strategy, and progress matters in line with relevant guidelines, while delivering exceptional client care and mentoring junior colleagues.

You will draft accurately, manage time effectively, and sustain strong communication with clients, insurers and experts.

Qualifications

Qualified solicitor, CILEX lawyer, or PI file handler capable of independently managing a full and varied caseload.
Proven ability to run claimant personal injury matters and progress cases proactively.
Strong knowledge of MOJ/Intermediate Track claims and CPR.
Experience with Visualfiles or similar case management systems.

Responsibilities

Proactively manage specialist caseloads in Intermediate Track and Multi-Track motor claims.
Work towards targets for profit costs, progression, settlements and client satisfaction.
Carry out domiciliary visits when required and handle sensitive discussions professionally.
Record vulnerabilities clearly and escalate concerns about client capacity as needed.
Instruct Counsel, attend conferences and hearings, and provide clear instructions to stakeholders.
Manage workload, schedule entries, court directions and performance targets.
Maintain proactive client communication and support PR activities where appropriate.

Skills

Legal drafting

Case management

Client care

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer

Tools

Visualfiles

MS Office

Job description

Job Purpose

This role involves managing a specialist caseload of pain‑related injury claims, using strong technical knowledge and independent case‑handling skills. You will proactively lead cases, identify key issues early, set strategy, and progress matters in line with the Serious Injury Guide and Rehabilitation Code where appropriate.

Exceptional client care is essential. You will provide clear communication, manage expectations professionally, and support clients through complex or sensitive matters with confidence and empathy.

You will also contribute to developing junior colleagues by offering guidance, reviewing work, and sharing best practice across the team.

The role requires strong drafting skills, excellent time management, and the ability to work accurately under pressure. You will be expected to progress cases efficiently, meet KPIs, and contribute positively to the overall performance of the team.

Key Responsibilities

Proactively manage a specialist caseload of Intermediate Track and Multi‑Track motor claims, ensuring all heads of loss are fully explored andevidencedto secure the best outcomes for clients.
Work towards targets for profit costs, progression, settlements, and client satisfaction,demonstratingstrong commercial awareness.
Carry out domiciliary visits whererequired, handling sensitive discussions with professionalism and care.
Demonstrate empathy in all client interactions,identifyingvulnerabilities early and adapting your approach accordingly.
Record vulnerabilities clearly and elevate any concerns about client capacity to your manager.
Gather and assess medical evidence and expert reports in line with departmental processes and approved providers.
Liaise with medical experts andmaintaincontinuous risk assessment throughout each case, escalating concerns about prospects where needed.
Complete due diligence at key stages, ensuring clients understand fraud risks and issues relating to fundamental dishonesty.
Support colleagues with file reviews or case transfers
Instruct Counsel, attend conferences and hearings, and provide clear,accurateinstructions to all stakeholders.
Manage your workload effectively, prioritising schedule entries, courtdirectionsand performance targets.
Report any mistakes promptly to support early resolution.
Maintain regular, proactive communication with clients, insurers and stakeholders through calls, videomeetingsand face‑to‑face contact.
Support PR activities whereappropriate, including blogs,vlogsor social media content.
Ensureaccuratecompletion andtimelyissue of retainer documents, fee estimates and annual updates.
Request and review client documentation promptly, using only approved experts and Counsel unless authorised otherwise.
Scrutinise evidence carefully,identifyinginconsistencies and cross‑referencing Claimant and
Defendant positions to shape case strategy.
Discuss liability and quantum offers with clients promptly, using telephone contact tomaintainstrong rapport.
Manage daily post and emails efficiently, addressing urgent mattersimmediately.
Assistwith internal reporting, projections or data tasks whenrequired.
Act as an authorised person when requested.

Experience & Knowledge

Qualified Solicitor, CILEX Lawyer, or experienced personal injury file handlercapable of independently managing a full and varied caseload.
Proven ability to run claimant personal injury matters, confidently navigating complex issues and progressing cases proactively.
Strong experience with MOJ and Intermediate Track claims, with a genuine interest in developing further within a specialist pain‑related area.
Excellent understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), relevant legislation and case law, and the ability to apply these effectively when progressing claims.
Awareness of the Intermediate Track Fixed Fee regimeintroduced in October 2023, with the ability to adapt practices accordingly.
Outstanding client care and analytical skills, providing clear,conciseand commercially sound written and verbal advice.
Strong communicationand relationship‑building skills, enabling effective liaison with medical experts, investigators,Counseland other external stakeholders.
Proficient IT skills, including experience with Visualfiles (or a similar case management system) and confident use of MS Office.
Highly organised and calm under pressure, able to prioritise effectively, work methodically and respond flexibly to challenges.
Collaborative team player, willing to support colleagues and contribute to shared team goals.
Positive approach to ongoing learning and professional development, with a desire to broaden knowledge and skills.
Empathetic, patient and client‑focused, ensuring all interactions are delivered with professionalism and care.

Here at Carpenters group diversity and inclusion matters, it is integral to ourcultureand we welcome applications from everyone. We celebrate difference and believe in equal opportunities for all.

Due to the high volume ofapplicationswe receive for certain roles, we may close vacancies earlier than the advertised date. We therefore encourage you tosubmityour application as soon as possible

About us

Here at Carpenters Group,we’vebeen providing legal and insurance services across the UK for over 30 years.

We’vegrown from a small law firm into a 1500 peoplestrong teammade up of insurance professionals, legal experts and best in class corporate services, working across seven office locations.

We work in partnership with household name insurers to deliver a variety of fully outsourced claim solutions. We alsorepresentindividuals who need expert legal support.

Asa great placeto work our core values underpin how we behave. Our working environment is positive and informal, and we encourage people to work together to perform at their best.

We understand that our success as a business depends on the success of our people, which is why we invest in your training,developmentand social projects, helping everyone to connect and grow.

No matter what stage of your career, at Carpenters Group there is a place for youto achieve your potential.

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