Personal Injury Fee earner - Fully Remote

I have the pleasure of representing a large firm of Solicitors who are looking to recruit an experienced PI Fee earner to join their expanding PI Team. This is a fantastic opportunity with remote and hybrid options available. (applicants should live relatively close for Team and client meetings) Salary: competitive (DOE) Job Purpose   - To progress own case load efficiently to both satisfy the client and maximise the Firm’s interests. Key Tasks/Areas   - Effective use of Firm’s case management system - Manage own case load efficiently - Liaise with referrers and manage their expectations in respect of quality and service - Take initial instructions from clients - Ability to vet a claim at initial stages - Assess funding requirements - Investigate liability / assessing quantum - Liaise with Insurers - Advising clients - Litigation work subject to experience and expertise - Drafting court documents where appropriate - Court proceedings/compliance with pre-action protocols - Advocacy as and when required - Liaison with Counsel / Instructions to Counsel - Negotiating settlements - Prepare predictive costs calculations and possibly negotiate - Provide assistance to team members - Compliance with office procedures - Weekly reports to Team Manager - Any other duties that may be required of you by the Firm from time to time - Training new staff entering the department as and when required. Qualifications/skills required to perform role   - Basic typing skills/computer skills - Good organisational and planning skills - Good telephone manner/ability to communicate effectively - ILEX exams preferred Benefits - 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increased with service) - Bonus Scheme - Free parking - Bupa Cash Plan - Flexible wokring hours/Flexi Time - Bonus for 5* reviews - Training and professional development If this role is of interest, please call me  on 0151 2301 208 or forward your most recent CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk. Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and In-House departments across the UK.  Based in the Northwest, our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience.  You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success.  Take a look at our web site www.clayton-legal.co.uk for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies.