Motor Injury Solicitor/Supervisor
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 13 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 15 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Birmingham, West Midlands, B3 3AG |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 5 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 4771035_1770994658 |
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Your new company A leading national law firm is expanding its high‑performing Motor Injury division and is seeking experienced Supervisors (Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer) to support the continued growth of its national team.
This team is recognised for its progressive approach to motor injury claims-combining litigation expertise with data‑driven insights, behavioural analysis, and proactive strategies that help insurer clients stay ahead of market trends. This is an opportunity to join a forward‑thinking environment where you will help shape the future direction of motor injury defence.
Your new role
This Motor Injury Solicitor/Supervisor role will see you:
Team Leadership & Supervision:
- Direct supervision of a team of case handlers responsible for volume pre‑litigated and litigated motor injury claims.
- Deliver training and ongoing development in line with the team's established induction processes.
- Conduct performance management activities including probation reviews, interim reviews and ongoing coaching.
- Manage absence, wellbeing, communication cascades and overall team engagement.
- Ensure files are handled proactively, within SLAs, and to the firm's commercial and quality expectations.
- Monitor compliance and risk issues, escalating appropriately to senior stakeholders.
- Allocate work effectively based on capability, technical skill and profitability considerations.
- Address complaints and risk matters swiftly and appropriately.
Technical & Client‑Facing Work:
- Act as a key point of contact for insurer clients, demonstrating strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness.
- Support business development activities, including client training, marketing events, clinics and shadowing days.
- Manage your own caseload of pre‑litigated and litigated motor injury claims, delivering against KPIs and quality measures.
- Maintain awareness of firm strategies and contribute positively to team culture.
- Keep technical knowledge current through training.
- Handle confidential information in line with firm data security standards.
What you'll need to succeed
- Qualified solicitor or CILEX with litigation qualification (Essential)
- Experience handling personal injury, credit hire or similar motor‑related caseloads (defendant motor experience preferred).
- Strong compliance record with client SLAs, protocols and KPIs.
- Proven management ability with experience motivating, coaching and developing team members.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively and seek support where needed.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify anomalies in factual evidence.
- Commercial awareness-knowing when to pursue a technical point and when not to.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to negotiate, engage clients and collaborate internally.
- Personal resilience and the ability to manage competing pressures across team and personal caseloads.
- A positive, approachable leadership style aligned to the firm's cultural values
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and solid IT proficiency (Excel and Word)
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary and bonus.
- Excellent flexible working arrangements and genuine work/life balance.
- Hybrid working of 3 days WFH.
- Potentially remote working for those living further afield.
- A well‑rounded benefits package including private medical insurance, income protection and discounted gym membership.
- Clear pathways for progression, including access to professional development funding.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email or call us now on 0161 228 7770.
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