Solicitor – Specialist Liability, Data

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

📋 Description

• Manage a diverse and intricate caseload of claims.

• Investigate claims related to data breaches, including those resulting from cyber-attacks and violations of GDPR and Data Protection Acts.

• Provide guidance to insurers and corporate clients regarding claims and pertinent preventive matters.

• Handle litigated and pre-litigation claims.

• Prepare defenses up to trial when required.

• Attend conferences, trials, and witness proofing sessions.

• Prepare and oversee the disclosure of sensitive documents.

• Draft legal documents for court proceedings.

• Attend trials and applications alongside legal counsel.

• Manage intricate and sensitive case files.

• Mentor and develop paralegals within the team.

• Contribute to team marketing and business development initiatives.

• Take charge of quality control, compliance benchmarking, and accurate management reporting.

• Enhance and maintain technical expertise through online courses, training, seminars, and relevant literature.

• Handle confidential data in accordance with the firm's data security protocols.

⛳️ Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive.

• Relevant experience in managing civil claims.

• Prior experience with data breach claims is advantageous but not mandatory.

• Willingness to assist in and manage a caseload of civil claims.

• Proficient in investigating data breach claims, including those related to GDPR and Data Protection Acts.

• Capable of providing timely, commercially aware, and sensitively crafted advice to clients.

• Ability to participate in conferences, trials, and witness proofing.

• Skilled in preparing and supervising the disclosure of sensitive documentation.

• Competent in drafting legal documents for court.

• Able to handle complex and sensitive case matters.

• Capable of achieving a minimum annual target of 1,440 billable hours.

• Proficient in developing paralegals.

• Ability to support marketing and business development efforts.

• Committed to maintaining technical knowledge through ongoing training and professional growth.

• Skilled in handling confidential information in line with the firm's data security protocols.

🏝️ 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 career advancement and progression, including professional funding.

• Social events both in person and remotely.

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