Solicitor in Tamworth

Introduction

At Gallagher Bassett, we\’re there when it matters most because helping people through challenging moments is more than just our job, it’s our purpose. Every day, we help clients navigate complexity, support recovery, and deliver outcomes that make a real difference in people’s lives. It takes empathy, precision, and a strong sense of partnership—and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. We’re a team of fast‑paced fixers, empathetic experts, and outcome drivers – people who care deeply about doing the right thing and doing it well. Whether you\’re managing claims, supporting clients, or improving processes, you’ll play a vital role in helping businesses and individuals move forward with confidence. Here, you’ll be supported by a culture that values teamwork, encourages curiosity, and celebrates the impact of your work.

Overview

We are seeking a qualified litigation solicitor to join our corporate client‑specific motor claims handling team. This role involves managing a pre and post‑litigated caseload, providing support across the department, and ensuring compliance with client service level agreements and key performance indicators.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Manage a portfolio of pre and post‑litigated motor claims with precision and professionalism, ensuring compliance with client service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Conduct effective negotiations via telephone and written correspondence with third parties, insurers, and their representatives to achieve timely and fair settlements.
• Ensure data accuracy and financial compliance by maintaining 100% data integrity within the case management system and adhering to financial protocols, including the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Provide expert litigation support, acting as a key point of reference for litigation‑related queries, reviewing and approving legal documents, and overseeing litigated cases listed for trial to secure positive outcomes.
• Deliver training and mentorship, supporting the development of team members through technical progression programmes, conducting progression reviews, and providing litigation training to claims handlers.
• Contribute to departmental success, assisting with auditing processes, participating in ad hoc projects, and offering technical expertise or training to other offices as required.

About You

• Qualified solicitor.
• Experience in motor handling within a legal or insurance setting.
• Demonstrable self‑motivation and initiative.
• Ability to work independently within a structured framework and collaborate effectively with peers and managers.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Eligible to work in the United Kingdom.

Compensation And Benefits

• Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days.
• Defined contribution pension scheme, with Gallagher contributing to the fund.
• Life insurance covering 4× basic annual salary, top‑up to 10× available.
• Income protection covering up to 50% of annual income, with top‑up options.
• Health cash plan or private medical insurance.
• Three fully paid volunteering days per year.
• Employee stock purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount.
• Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax‑effective, stock‑purchase plan.
• Critical illness cover.
• Discounted gym membership, with access to over 3,000 gyms nationwide.
• Season ticket loan.
• Access to a discounted voucher portal for weekly shop or big purchases.
• Emergency back‑up family care.

Inclusion and Diversity

Gallagher embraces diversity and inclusion as a core part of its business. We are a Living Wage employer and are committed to diversity and opportunity for all. Gallagher is a Disability Confident, committed, and limits all forms of discrimination. We provide equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of gender, marital status, civil partnership status, parental status, race, ethnicity, colour, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, and caring responsibilities. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all aspects of the employer‑employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination.