Assistant Fee Earner
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Assistant Fee Earner
Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal])
Location: Byker, Newcastle (On-site)
Salary: £25,500 per year
Job Type: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
About the Role
Are you ready to be part of a WINNing team at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], a leading North East business providing nationwide accident management? We are on the lookout for ambitious individuals to join our Personal Injury team, to assist the supervising Solicitor in the effective handling of a case load of client cases.
Why Join Us?
At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we're more than a business. We're a driving force in the North East, delivering nationwide accident management and rehabilitation services for victims of non-fault accidents. As the parent company of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and On Hire, we lead the market in Personal Injury Law.
Responsibilities
- Work collectively with the supervising solicitor to ensure the client obtains the appropriate level of compensation for their personal injury and losses, in accordance with regulations and legislation.
- Accurate recording of evidence and or data received from clients and other parties.
- Assisting with the accurate drafting of legal documents.
- Follow the department procedures and processes along with company policies.
- Assist the wider team in achieving their key responsibilities.
- Ensure compliance with Information Security Policies including data confidentiality and the operational security of the Information Systems used.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary: £25,500.
- Generous Holiday Package: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, an additional birthday holiday, and options to buy or sell holidays (subject to eligibility).
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours, on-site parking (subject to availability), and benefits like Corporate Metro Scheme and Bike to Work Scheme.
- Employee Development: Funded learning initiatives.
- Well Being Support: Virtual GP, Bereavement Support, Discounted Health Checks, Annual Flu Jab and Free Eye Tests.
- Social and Charitable Events: Christmas party, Annual Awards Night, charity fundraising events.
About You
Essential Skills and Experience:
- 1 year + paralegal or equivalent experience
- Ability to assist with a caseload of mainly fast track cases with appropriate supervision
- Comprehensive knowledge of RTA liability, together with factual causation issues
- Knowledge of Law, Part 7 and Part 8 Procedural Rules and Practice Directions regarding Credit Hire and Vehicle Damage losses recovery
- Ability to work towards shared goals and objectives
- Experience of demonstrating effective teamworking within a commercial environment
- Demonstrate effective communication and good interpersonal skills
- IT literate
- Commitment to own personal development
Desirable Skills and Experience:
- Knowledge of Proclaim Case Management System (or similar)
- Previous knowledge or experience within Personal Injury or Other Compensation Claims Process
Next Steps
If you feel this role is the right fit for you, then Apply Now! If your application meets our criteria, a member of HR will be in contact to discuss this opportunity further. If you are successful, you will be invited to a face-to-face interview.