Personal Injury Solicitor

Direct Line Group; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance service provider in Leeds is looking for an experienced Personal Injury Claims Solicitor to join their Motability team. This 12-month fixed-term contract offers a fast-paced and collaborative work environment with hybrid working arrangements. Key responsibilities include managing litigation and overseeing case handlers, while qualifications must include a practising solicitors certificate and experience in Fast Track RTA claims. The role promises a supportive culture with comprehensive training and diverse benefits.

Benefits

Annual Performance based bonus

50% off home, motor and pet insurance

EV car leasing scheme

Employee discounts and cashback

Qualifications

• Solicitor (England & Wales) with a current practising certificate.
• Fast Track RTA claims handling experience within an insurance company or law firm environment.
• A working knowledge of OIC and MOJ Pre Action Protocol for Personal Injury Claims.

Responsibilities

• Conduct litigation across an allocated caseload.
• Oversee handlers working on supporting tasks within those cases.
• Ensure quality and consistency of work prepared by case handlers.

Skills

Fast Track RTA claims handling experience

Strong communication skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Education

Solicitor (England & Wales) with a current practising certificate

Job description

DLG is evolving. Across every facet of our business, our teams are embracing new opportunities and putting customers at the heart of everything they do. Whether you’re already part of the team or thinking about joining us, you’ll be working in a place where empathy meets expertise. Within our own dedicated law firm, our diversely experienced team support and guide customers through life’s toughest moments. It’s a fast-paced and collaborative working environment, but our comprehensive training and tools will help ensure you’re ready for the challenge. You can find more details about DLG Legal Services on our website .

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experience Personal Injury Claims Solicitor to join our dedicated Motability team at DLG Legal Services. The role if offered on 12 Months Fixed Terms Contract basis andwill be based at our Leeds office (smart hybrid working)

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the conduct of litigation across an allocated caseload.
• Oversee handlers working on supporting tasks within those cases.
• Ensure quality and consistency of work prepared by case handlers.
• Apply professional judgment to case strategy, progression and settlement decisions.
• Work closely with Motability team leader and colleagues to ensure seamless case management.
• Ensure matters are managed in accordance with procedural rules and professional obligations.
• Safeguard compliance with SRA regulations, Civil Procedure Rules, and.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure supporting staff work within defined processes.
• Keep up to date with developments in litigation practice and insurance recovery.

Qualifications

• Solicitor (England & Wales) with a current practising certificate.
• Fast Track RTA claims handling experience with Personal injury, within an insurance company or law firm environment.
• A working knowledge of OIC and MOJ Pre Action Protocol and Civil Procedure Rules for Personal Injury Claims.
• A working knowledge of Tariff and Non Tariff valuations, JC Guidelines for the assessment of general damages in personal injury cases.
• Strong communication skills and able to engage effectively with clients.
• Working towards and achieving defined Business targets and measures.
• Able to work well under pressure whilst retaining high attention to detail.

Working hours

35 hour per week (Monday – Friday)

Benefits

• Annual Performance based bonus
• 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free Green Flag breakdown cover
• Additional optional Health and Dental insurance
• EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way.
• Buy as you earn share scheme
• Employee discounts and cashback

We want everyone to get the most out of their time at DLG. Which is why we’ve looked beyond the financial rewards and created an offer that takes your whole life into account. Supporting our people to work at their best – whatever that looks like — and offering real choice, flexibility, and a greater work means our people have time to focus on the things that matter most to them. Our benefits are about more than just the money you earn. They’re about recognising who you are and the life you live.

Ways of Working

Our hybrid model offers a 'best of both worlds' approach. When you'll be in the office depends on your role and team, but colleagues spend 50% of their working week in the office. We want everyone to get the most out of their time at DLG. Which is why we’ve looked beyond the financial rewards and created an offer that takes your whole life into account. Supporting our people to work at their best – whatever that looks like — and offering real choice, flexibility, and a greater work-life balance that means our people have time to focus on the things that matter most to them. Our benefits are about more than just the money you earn. They’re about recognising who you are and the life you live.

Be yourself

Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers.

We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.