Associate Solicitor at Winn Solicitors Scotland LLP
Glasgow G2 2RQ, , United Kingdom -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 May, 25

Salary

55000.0

Posted On

02 Feb, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

No

Telecommute

No

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Insurance

Description

Following an exciting period of growth, we are looking for an Associate Solicitor with 5+ years PQE to join our newly opened Glasgow office. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking for either a new challenge or to progress in their career.
This position is full-time (35 hours per week) with a successful firm offering attractive benefits and genuine career progression opportunities.
The successful candidate will manage and supervise a team of solicitors handling RTA, EL/PL, vehicle and hire claims. You will also handle your own diverse caseload of complex and high value cases.
Winn Solicitors (Scotland) LLP opened in June 2023 to offer a specialist accident claim service, focusing on all elements of the claims process to help our clients deal with the fall-out of a non-fault accident.

Responsibilities
  • Manage and supervise a team of solicitors handling claims, including RTA, EL/PL, injury, vehicle damage, and hire claims.
  • Handle a diverse caseload, focusing on complex or high-value cases.
  • Ensure compliance with Scottish civil litigation procedures and pre-action protocols.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to team members on liability, causation, and quantum assessments.
  • Lead negotiations with insurers and opposing solicitors for optimal settlements.
  • Review and approve court documents prepared by team members.
  • Conduct regular file reviews and quality checks to maintain high standards of work.
  • Mentor and develop junior solicitors, providing constructive feedback and support.
  • Liaise with medical experts, engineers, and other specialists as required.
  • Manage client relationships and expectations effectively.
  • Contribute to business development initiatives and firm-wide strategic projects.
  • Implement and maintain effective case management systems and processes.
  • Ensure team adherence to regulatory requirements and firm procedures.
  • Deliver a level of Client Care in accordance with service level agreements.
  • Follow Company policies, procedures and processes.
  • Maximise income per case through recovery of damages to include hire, repairs, recovery and storage.
  • Report issues, problems and compliance breaches in a timely manner to the appropriate level of management.
  • Ensure compliance with Information Security Policies including data confidentiality and the operational security of the Information Systems used.
  • To ensure you uphold the Core Values of the Winn Group.
  • Any ad hoc or additional duties as deemed fit and appropriate by the Management Team for this post and the associated level of responsibility attached to it.
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