In House Counsel/Solicitor Advocate

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

8/7/2024

We are currently recruiting for an In-House Counsel to join our hugely successful Serious Injury team in Manchester. Specialists in their field, our Serious Injury team works on a variety of matters, relating to head, brain and spinal cord injuries, along with amputation and limb damage and fatal accidents. We manage cases on behalf of our clients, seeking to gain the optimum results, be it interim payments to cover expenses in the short-term whilst working on the matter to ensure life-long support and compensation to safeguard the future effects of injuries that have been sustained. A unique role has arisen within the team for an In-House Counsel or Solicitor Advocate, whereby we’re looking for those who can attend court hearings, deal with applications, prepare pleadings whilst advising on the legal and technical issues in respect of Personal Injury. There is scope to manage a caseload of intermediate/multi-track claims. There will also be support from our large, national Multi-Track team including Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Demonstrable experience with a proven and extensive track record as a Barrister/In-House Counsel/Solicitor Advocate is paramount. What we offer in return:We offer a flexible agile working environment, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday allowance plus the option to purchase an extra 5 days, pension scheme, private medical insurance, life assurance and income protection insurance. We provide the opportunity to develop a rewarding and successful career with an award- winning law firm. With this we also conduct regular annual salary reviews with the opportunity to earn an additional bonus as part of our fantastic and extremely rewarding bonus scheme. Slater and Gordon are a leading consumer law firm, and our mission is to give people easier access to world class legal services. We are a legal services business powered by technology and led by people that support customers in every step of their case. At Slater and Gordon Lawyers (UK) we are inclusive. We celebrate multiple approaches and points of view. We believe diversity drives innovation. So, we’re building a culture where difference is valued. Our culture motivates our employees to give their full selves to the job and invest in the company’s future. If you have got the talent, ambition and focus and are looking for a stimulating and rewarding career please contact Steven Baylis at SL.Baylis@slatergordon.uk Please Note - Vacancies may closed prior to the expiry date displayed, subject to volume of applications received.