Solicitor (0-3 PQE) – Motor & Casualty Litigation

About the role

This position offers a qualified solicitor with up to three years post‑qualification experience the chance to manage a varied caseload of motor injury, fraud and credit‑hire claims within the County Court jurisdiction. You will join Keoghs, a leading provider of legal and claims solutions to insurers and related businesses, working in a supportive, hybrid‑working environment.

Key responsibilities

• Work within the Motor team as an insurance defence litigation specialist, driving cases to completion in line with client instructions.
• Communicate and build professional relationships with colleagues, clients and third parties via phone, email and face‑to‑face.
• Identify next steps, interview witnesses, draft statements and pleadings, and manage case files within agreed authority.
• Liaise with insured parties, insurers, witnesses and other stakeholders throughout the claims process.
• Instruct counsel, attend conferences, mediations and court hearings (in person or remotely) and represent clients at trials and settlement conferences.
• Maintain case management systems with up‑to‑date information and ensure compliance with LSNI regulations.
• Meet performance targets and quality standards while adhering to agreed service level agreements.

Required profile

• Law degree and qualified solicitor with 0‑5 years PQE (0‑3 PQE preferred).
• Experience in defence insurance litigation and credit‑hire matters is desirable but not essential.
• Strong telephone advocacy, listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and client‑care abilities, with a solid understanding of case law, litigation practice and court rules.
• Proven ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and perform under pressure.
• Confidence to take initiative, adapt to changing situations and work to agreed targets and SLAs.
• High‑level analytical, research and IT proficiency.

What we offer

• Hybrid working model with a relaxed dress code.
• Agile working policy supporting work‑life balance.
• Friendly, supportive team environment with opportunities to join a social committee.
• Participation in charity events and client development initiatives.
• Focus on personal development and wellbeing.