Defendant Motor Damage Litigator — Hybrid Role

Direct Line Group; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking a Motor Damage Defendant Litigator in Bristol. This full-time role involves managing litigated motor damage claims, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and delivering positive customer outcomes. Ideal candidates will be qualified solicitors or CILEx members with strong civil litigation experience and technical capabilities in drafting and negotiation. The company offers a hybrid working model, recognizing diverse backgrounds and promoting inclusivity within the workplace.

Benefits

50% off home, motor and pet insurance

Additional optional Health and Dental insurance

EV car scheme

Buy as you earn share scheme

Employee discounts and cashback

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) or CILEx with the right to conduct litigation.
• Proven experience in civil litigation, especially in motor damage.
• Strong technical capability in drafting, negotiation, and case management.

Responsibilities

• Defend litigated motor damage claims from receipt of proceedings to settlement.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Develop clear, defensible case strategies.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Drafting

Negotiation

Case management

Commercial judgement

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) or CILEx

Job description

A leading insurance provider is seeking a Motor Damage Defendant Litigator in Bristol. This full-time role involves managing litigated motor damage claims, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and delivering positive customer outcomes. Ideal candidates will be qualified solicitors or CILEx members with strong civil litigation experience and technical capabilities in drafting and negotiation. The company offers a hybrid working model, recognizing diverse backgrounds and promoting inclusivity within the workplace.