Civil Litigation Solicitor

Civil Litigation Solicitor-Manchester We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Solicitor to join a leading insurer based in central Manchester. This leading company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operate globally and this is a great opportunity for a Solicitor from a Civil Litigation background to undertake something different. This is an independent SRA authorised and regulated legal business offering services to both insured and non-insured clients. Our clients and business partners comprise businesses, high net worth individuals, and associations across a broad spectrum of industries. We are looking for a commercial litigator (5-10 PQE) to join our legal expenses insurance Civil Litigation team in Manchester. What we ask of you: * Provide initial prospects opinions to insurers on a wide variety of disputes, including those relating to breach of contract, rights over land, trespass, restrictive covenants and easements, boundary disputes, professional negligence and debt. * Be expected to manage a case load of their own, including recommending reserves and setting strategies under the supervision of a Partner. * Support the Head of Department with the supervision of solicitors and paralegals, and in achieving the strategic aims of the department. Achieving the department's fee targets and assisting and enabling others to do so by assisting in the development of junior members of the team. * Set and deliver objectives personally and through the team. Set team objectives in conjunction with Head of Department, monitor performance and progress and provide professional guidance to team members as appropriate. * Have a mixed case load of claimant and defendant work. * Work predominantly on cases that are funded under legal expenses insurance policies, but will also gain exposure to privately funded matters. * Embrace the challenge of expanding their knowledge into new areas of law. * Deliver clear, accurate and pragmatic advice based on both the legal and commercial realities of a client's position. * Provide our clients with an efficient and courteous service at all times. * Be expected to deliver on billing and other key performance indicators. * Ensure all files are progressed and maintained within required standards and in line with relevant procedures. * Have the opportunity to develop their understanding of the insurance industry, by undertaking additional qualifications, and the contribution an insurance panel law firm can make to the success of a large insurance company. What you will bring to the role: * Have existing commercial litigation experience. * Have a thorough understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules. * Ideally have previous experience dealing with insurance claims (in particular, legal expenses insurance claims), but not essential. * Be accustomed to running their own caseload under appropriate supervision. great salary, bonus and pension on offer. 3 days a week central Manchester office based.