Solicitor / CILEx Lawyer – Property Recoveries, Commercial Litigation

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Collaborate as part of a Property Recoveries team in a primarily claimant-focused position.

• Conduct property recovery tasks, including investigative work across fast track and intermediate track claims.

• Examine liability on recovery claims resulting from incidents such as water escape, flooding, impact, and fire damage.

• Oversee a portfolio of pre-litigated and litigated property recovery claims typically valued between £10,000 and £100,000.

• Negotiate the amount and settlement of damages with third parties.

• Gather witness statements and essential documentation.

• Compose letters of claim and initiate legal proceedings.

• Handle disclosure, engage Counsel and experts, and advance claims through trial.

• Assist with larger and more intricate litigated cases.

• Contribute to marketing, networking, and business development initiatives.

• Manage confidential information in compliance with data security protocols.

• Adhere to client and internal billing and credit control guidelines.

• Ensure robust financial management of files.

• Meet key performance indicators, including an annual target of at least 1,440 chargeable hours.

• Engage in client-facing activities to help enhance the business and professional profile.

⛳️ Requirements

• 0-4 years of PQE as a Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer.

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with Litigation Rights, or significant pre-qualification experience.

• Keen interest in developing expertise in insurance property damage recoveries and the foundational principles of contract and tort law.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to forge strong relationships with clients, intermediaries, and colleagues.

• Capacity to analyze factual evidence, identify critical legal issues, and apply effective legal reasoning.

• Professional, enthusiastic, and proactive demeanor.

• Commercial awareness, resilience, and self-confidence.

• Dedication to providing exceptional client service.

• Alignment with the Firm's Cultural Principles: Clear, Creative, Determined, and Supportive.

🏝️ Benefits

• High levels of flexibility and an excellent work-life balance.

• A comprehensive remuneration package that includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance, and discounted gym membership.

• Opportunities for advancement and professional development funding.

• In-person and remote social events.

• Chance to participate in various Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.

• A diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.