Solicitor - Catastrophic Loss

We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Solicitor to work within the Large and Complex Loss department in our Cardiff Office assisting a Partner.

Working directly with the Head of the Large and Complex Injury Group this is a great opportunity for someone to progress their career at HF.

The role will include post litigation claims involving large loss with high value cases of £3,000,000 upwards including indemnity disputes, liability and quantum.

The team deals with claims involving complex injuries, brain injuries, spinal injuries and amputations predominantly following a RTA.

You will be working in a small team of experienced professionals in an engaging and driven environment. This will be a challenging yet rewarding role as not only do we promote strong relationships and results for our clients we also promote strong working relationships within the team.

Personal and Technical Skills

• Assisting a Partner on large loss catastrophic PI claims under supervision up to the value of £30,000,000


• Assisting on the day to day running of their files to include reviewing evidence, drafting correspondence, court documents etc


• Managing court timetables and ensuring all court dates are diarised


• Preparing / reviewing evidence


• Dealing with extensive disclosure


• Advising clients on tactics and reviewing evidence


• Preparing court documents


• Attending conferences with experts / clients / counsel


• Attending court / telephone hearings and representing the client for hearings where appropriate


• Interviewing witnesses and experts to obtain witness statements


• Maintain strong working relationships with clients ensuring deadlines and SLA's are met


• To collect, update and report on MI


• Maintain high standards of professional conduct while achieving agreed financial and other performance targets


• Exhibit and promote a high level of technical competence within your department


• Depending on level of experience opportunity to manage your own large loss cases in excess of £250,000 in due course


Client Relationships

• Develop and maintain good client relationship skills, gaining client's confidence and that of other professionals


• Give clear, practical advice with sound commercial judgment where appropriate and swift and accurate implementation of instructions


• Ensure that clients are confident that their legal affairs are dealt with in a professional and competent manner


Leadership

• Successfully deliver and implement the firm's strategy


• Promote the firm's values and challenge with confidence


• Promote and exhibit best practice


• Assist with mentoring and development of junior members of the team where appropriate


Business Development

• Commercially aware and fully familiar with the firm's strategy.


• Prepare for and help deliver presentations (seminars, marketing functions, training sessions etc.) when required by the Partnership as part of our added value services to our clients


• Undertake networking activities to develop and enhance relationships with existing and new contacts


• Participate in the growth and development of the department / firm by engaging with new initiatives


Compliance

• Undertake compliance with, and be fully aware of, all aspects of requirements relating to the Solicitors' Accounts Rules and Law Society Practice Management Standards


• Ensure the confidentiality and security of all firm and client documentation, information and data


• Ensure strict adherence to all relevant data protection regulations throughout the business


• Comply with the firm's policies, practices and procedures
  
  Be a Solicitor with 3-6 years PQE (or equivalent experience)


• Have litigation experience.


• Have prior experience in defending Large Loss / CAT PI claims whether as an assistant or in their own right


• Have strong organisation skills and an ability to consistently meet deadlines.


• Be a good communicator and enjoy building relationships whilst providing clear and concise advice.


• Wish to learn new skills and acquire technical expertise.


• Work well in a team and under supervision


• Excellent attention to detail, negotiation and analytical skills.


• Not be afraid to question and challenge information and evidence put forward by the parties (and their representatives) in a case.


• Have a commercial awareness to legal issues


• Be flexible with a positive attitude to change, both internally and in the context of clients' business
  
  HF is one of the UK's leading providers of legal and handling services to the general insurance sector. Established in 1969, the firm currently provides legal services to 12 of the UK's 20 largest motor insurers in specialist areas such as counter fraud, large & complex injury, motor and casualty services, recoveries, costs and credit hire.


HF has recently expanded into the provision of commercial legal services and litigation, providing solutions to a wide range of corporate and SME clients.

We're always looking to recognise and reward our people for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits you will have access to as part of our team :

• 25 days' annual leave (in addition to public holidays), increasing to 30 days with service


• Private healthcare provision


• Company pension scheme


• Enhanced parental leave


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Life insurance and income protection


• Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP service


• Season ticket loans


• Flu vouchers


• Bonus scheme


• Perks at work scheme package


Sounds great! What next?

If HF feels like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you!