DAC Beachcroft is an international commercial law firm serving clients across legal, insurance, healthcare and real estate. With more than 3,000 people working across multiple regions, the firm advises on dispute resolution, regulation, transactions and commercial matters, alongside specialist counsel for insurance, health and social care, financial services, technology and property. Its work combines sector expertise with technology-enabled delivery, including digital solutions and AI, to support clients operating across jurisdictions.
Casualty Injury Solicitor, CILEx Lawyer or Experienced Paralegal
Manage employers’ liability and public liability claims worth up to £100,000 for DAC Beachcroft’s insurance and corporate clients. Advise clients, negotiate settlements, conduct litigation and support supervision and training.
Description
- Manage a diverse caseload of pre-litigation and litigated employers’ liability and public liability claims valued at up to £100,000
- Assess prospects and liaise with clients when new instructions are received
- Review instructions and provide advice on case prospects
- Resolve claims through negotiation and litigation in line with client service standards
- Instruct expert witnesses and counsel
- Prepare witness statements and other court documentation
- Keep clients and their customers informed while actively managing expectations
- Achieve individual performance targets, including financial results, realisation rates and other KPIs
- Assist Team Partners with client case clinics, surgeries and training sessions
- Help Team Supervisors train and mentor junior colleagues
- Where authorised, supervise entry-level paralegal colleagues
- Uphold DAC Beachcroft’s brand and professional standards
Requirements
- Qualified solicitor, CILEx lawyer or experienced paralegal with prior employers’ liability and public liability claims experience
- Experience representing claimants, insurers or in-house legal teams will also be considered
- Strong communication skills across a range of stakeholders
- Highly effective relationship-building and client-handling abilities
- Confidence and professionalism when managing clients’ day-to-day queries
- Able to work independently while recognising the limits of personal competence and authority
- Commercially minded approach to legal issues, rather than a purely academic one
- Positive and adaptable attitude toward change and new initiatives
- Collaborative team member who shares knowledge and supports colleagues
- Committed to the Firm’s Cultural Principles: Clear, Creative, Determined and Supportive
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements designed to support a strong work-life balance
- Comprehensive remuneration package with private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, among other benefits
- Professional development and progression opportunities, including funding for professional qualifications
- A range of in-person and remote social activities
- Opportunities to participate in environmental, social and governance initiatives
- Diverse, inclusive and authentic working environment