Solicitor - Military

Job title: Solicitor/Litigation Executive – Military

Location: Remote – Once a month travel to Manchester Office.

Salary: A competitive salary plus an on target bonus

Benefits: 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, the option to buy and sell holidays, hybrid working, company pension, sick pay, life assurance, employee assist program and many more

Simpson Millar is currently looking for an experienced Solicitor/Litigation Executive to develop and manage a mixed caseload of Military matters ensuring there is a focus on high value cases. In addition to managing a caseload, you will also conduct your own advocacy where appropriate.

You\’ll be able to gain exposure to various types of claims including:

• Employers Liability claims for PTSD

• Clinical Negligence claims

• None freezing cold claims

• Parachute claims

• Bullying & harassment claim

As a Military Solicitor/Litigation Executive you will:

• Develop and manage a mixed caseload of Military matters
• Market and develop the Simpson Millar Military department
• Effectively and efficiently conduct cases on behalf of clients in accordance with the overall policies and objectives of the firm;
• Develop local business to secure referrals;
• Participate in the development, marketing and success of the Military Department, to include developing the website business.
• Develop referrals from other established Partners who already refer to Simpson Millar;
• Conduct a high volume caseload of matters on behalf of clients as directed and in accordance with the Firm’s file management and supervisory policy;
• Maintain a diary and bring up entries in accordance with the firm procedures;
• Work with a case management system, databases and normal office IT systems;
• Have detailed knowledge of relevant forms and procedures;
• Compliance with the firms Money Laundering Procedures;
• Compliance with the Data Protection Act.

You will meet all external and internal KPIs as set by the firm whilst producing work which is consistently to an accurate and reliable standard.

You will have :

• A minimum of 2 years’ post qualification experience of running a personal Injury caseload (Ideally Military)
• Interest and experience in conducting advocacy;
• Interest in and ability to develop links with potential referral organisations;
• Good business development skills;
• Good marketing skills;
• Good knowledge and understanding of Military work;
• Excellent IT skills;
• Good knowledge and understanding of procedures and protocol;
• Good practical skills, including proven negotiation skills;
• Good personal organisation and ability to adhere to strict time limits;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• The ability to deal with individuals from all walks of life;
• The ability to prioritise work when necessary;
• The ability to provide the highest standards of client care;

If this sounds like you then apply now!!!!

So why should joining Simpson Millar be of interest to you? You’ll work with industry experts who work on high-profile cases and can help to shape and develop your career, giving you the coaching and mentoring that will allow you to flourish, and your caseload will be interesting and importantly manageable.

At Simpson Millar our Culture is key for us, it drives us and makes us who we are. We’re lawyers who exist to help people with their legal needs today and to improve the way the law works for people in the future. We provide trusted expert legal advice, quickly and clearly, every time.

There is change going on within the legal industry and in our firm too, so we need people who are adaptable to this, who embrace change and see the opportunity. The future of our business is one that is technology and data driven, so we need people who have the mindset and technological expertise to grow with us.

But most of all we need team players who will be willing to work with others, but are accountable for their own work, and who want to achieve great results for both our firm and especially our clients.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Simpson Millar we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your previous experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element in the advert, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or for other roles in our firm.

Note to Agencies: If external support is required on a vacancy, the role will be released by individual invite to specific agencies on our PSL. Any speculative candidates sent to Simpson Millar will be considered a gift and no fees will be applicable.