Junior Litigation Lawyer - Casualty

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Travelers Legal is our in‑house law firm, fully authorised and regulated as an ABS by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Travelers Legal handles actions against Travelers policyholders, representing and protecting their interests every step of the way. Established approximately 7 years ago through extensive and close collaboration across all parts of Travelers, it plays an integral part in the provision of an efficient and effective end‑to‑end legal service.

Having exceeded expectations, Travelers Legal is again looking to expand. You will be an ambitious and personable junior insurance litigator (Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive), looking for an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and challenging cases and to help build on Travelers Legal’s numerous successes thus far. The Hiring Manager leads the Casualty sector of the firm.

You will handle a case load of small claims/fast‑track cases independently as well as assist on larger multi‑track cases, including claims arising out of road traffic accidents, employers liability and public liability. You will deliver high quality and cost‑effective legal representation, demonstrate excellent litigation knowledge and provide excellent client service. You will also assist with the development of the ABS generally.

In addition, you will be handling a case load of subrogated recovery files.

• Deal with both pre‑action and litigated claims to a conclusion, demonstrating an effective use of your legal and commercial skills
• Provide case analysis and recommendations on strategy/ADR
• Supervise various tasks/projects delegated to others within the team
• Build relationships and liaise closely with a variety of Claims Professionals, Brokers and Insureds
• Independently handle a moderate caseload with a likely level of low severity and complexity
• Independently handle a moderate caseload of subrogated recovery files
• Work under the guidance and supervision of Natalie Simpkins and others in dealing with more complex and high exposure claims
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Experience in insurance litigation is highly desirable
• Experience in preparing and managing subrogated loss cases
• Advanced interpersonal skills
• Persuasive legal writing skills and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to clearly and succinctly articulate position
• Advanced presentation skills
• Ability to handle and analyse legal issues independently and with minimal supervision
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members and others
• Demonstrates desire to acquire effective trial skills with increased litigation complexity
• Demonstrates superior legal acumen
• Demonstrates personal commitment to professional development
• Continued development of technical skills with the goal of handling the higher complexity/exposure cases
• Personal integrity and adherence to a high degree of professionalism and ethical competency
• Intermediate research skills
• Intermediate negotiation skills
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload
• Decision making and problem solving abilities
• Sense of urgency/responsiveness

• Fully qualified solicitor, chartered legal executive or barrister in England and Wales
• Some Post Qualification Experience (PQE)

• Private Medical Insurance:
  On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependants, at your expense through payroll deduction
• Retirement:
  Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an…