EL/PL Principal Associate

Weightmans

  • Glasgow
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
Our Defender Insurance team provides a full, expert service in defending public (PL) and employers' liability (EL) claims, across the private sector and the public sector. Weightmans' team is second-to-none in providing litigation defence services in these and other specialist Casualty areas. We operate on a national basis with dedicated commercial insurance, motor, disease, regulatory and public sector teams and as part of our wider specialism we have a dedicated Casualty Fraud team.We are currently recruiting for a Solicitor 3-4 YRS PQE or Associate 5 YRS+ PQE to join our Glasgow Insurance Team.Working in the dedicated insurance team based out of Glasgow with your own varied caseload of pre and litigated EL/PL claims, motor and disease, and assist with high value and complex claims.We receive direct instructions from both insureds and insurers, as well as local authorities.You will be responsible for the running of the day to day of your cases including liaising with clients, opponents, court, witnesses and undertaking your own liability investigations.Main duties and responsibilitiesPredominantly PI including EL, PL and Disease and Motor
Work as part of a team providing a comprehensive range of legal advice and representation to the team's clients
Assist the Partners with their cases, client development, client training, networking and potentially public speaking where requiredAssist with supervision of junior handlersComplete MI procedures as and when required
Achieve set financial and chargeable targets
Ensure relevant deadlines, SLAs, quality measures and KPI's are adhered to
Comply with relevant policies and procedures
Work in accordance with Weightmans' values
You may also be required to carry out tasks that fall within the wider remit of the role.This list is not intended to be exhaustive and you will be expected to perform other duties and have other responsibilities that fall within the wider remit of the role.#INDMEDAbout YouIdeally you will have previous experience and a genuine and demonstrable interest in the above areas of work. As the role is varied, we are looking for you to have a flexible approach to the work you do and be able to adapt to different tasks.Previous experience at managing the defence of EL/PL casualty claims is essential
Previous experience at managing the defence of motor/fraud/disease claims is desirable
Excellent knowledge of Court of Session and Sheriff Court procedure preferable
Experience of handling own caseload
Good influencing skills
Good communication skills
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Excellent interpersonal and team working skills
Ability to work to strict deadlines and targets
Ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative
Flexible approach to work and a willingness to travelIf you meet our criteria and think this is a job where you could bring enthusiasm and commitment, then we look forward to receiving your application.Why work for usCome and join our organisation and team. Weightmans has been recognised as a leading employer for the 18th consecutive year at Britain's Top Employers awards 2025, and ranking 5th in the list, the firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK.Embark on this journey with Weightmans towards becoming one of the Top 30 UK Law firms.Why work for us? Take a look:This link contains information regarding Culture, Benefits, D&I, Recruitment Agency PSL/Non PSL and Eligibility to work in the UK information.Work for a firm where people matter - work for Weightmans

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