Solicitor – CICA Claims & Criminal Injury (Remote)

About the role

We are seeking a commercially‑minded solicitor to join our growing CICA team on a fully remote basis. The role offers autonomy to manage a full caseload of CICA and criminal injury matters from instruction through to settlement or appeal, while contributing to practice development and process improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of CICA claims from instruction through to settlement, review, or appeal
• Provide pragmatic, commercially aware legal advice on eligibility, quantum, and evidential requirements
• Prepare and submit applications, reviews, and appeals in accordance with CICA rules and deadlines
• Analyse evidence including medical records, police reports, and expert documentation
• Act as the primary client contact, delivering clear, empathetic, and timely communication
• Proactively engage with clients by telephone to progress claims and improve engagement
• Assist clients with onboarding, applications, and portal‑related queries
• Prepare appeal submissions and supporting documentation
• Liaise with CICA, medical experts, counsel, and third parties
• Ensure compliance with SRA standards, regulations and internal governance frameworks
• Maintain accurate records using case management systems and legal tech platforms
• Contribute to process optimisation and operational efficiency initiatives
• Provide guidance or supervision to paralegals and junior staff where required
• Support business development and growth of the CICA practice

Required profile

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with a current practising certificate
• Experience in CICA claims, personal injury, criminal injury or related litigation
• Proven ability to manage a caseload independently in a deadline‑driven environment
• Strong understanding of the CICA framework (or ability to develop expertise quickly)
• Excellent client‑care skills, especially with vulnerable clients
• Strong drafting, analytical and organisational abilities
• Ability to manage competing priorities and high‑volume caseloads
• Comfortable using case management systems and digital tools
• Good working knowledge of SRA compliance requirements

Required skills

• Case management systems
• Legal tech platforms