Job Description

At Winn Group, we're more than a business. We're a driving force in the North East, delivering nationwide accident management and rehabilitation services for victims of non-fault accidents. Our mission is simple: to be the best one-stop shop for accident management and rehabilitation. As the parent company of Winn Solicitors and On Hire, we lead the market in Personal Injury Law. With a 4.8 Star rating by Trustpilot, we provide an excellent service for the client from start to finish.

We are looking for an experienced Solicitor / Barrister / CILEX Lawyer to join our Advocacy team as a Professional Advocate, where you will be responsible for providing advocacy services for departments within Winn Solicitors, ensuring the best possible outcome for the client and the business is achieved on every case.

This role would require traveling to Courts within the North East and further afield as and when needed.

Ideally you should hold a valid driving licence and have access to your own transport.

Responsibilities

As a Solicitor Advocate / Barrister / CILEX Lawyer, you will be responsible for advocating in hearings for Winn Solicitors Ltd as requested, in particular, Fast Track trials and exercising a right of audience in the County Court. To advocate hearings for any other parties as requested. To ensure the best possible outcome is achieved for the client by preparing cases, carrying out research and developing appropriate submissions and cross examination. To maximise costs recovery in accordance within relevant costs regimes. Drafting of Skeleton Arguments. Be a point of contact for adhoc technical queries within and outside the department.

About You

To succeed in this role, we're looking for someone who brings a blend of must-have skills and experiences, along with those extra special qualities that can really make a difference to our team and business.

Essential Skills and Experience

Qualified Solicitor / Barrister / CILEX Lawyer Advocacy Experience Experience of Civil Procedures and relevant Pre-Action Protocols Experience of working towards deadlines and performance objectives Ability to work towards shared goals and objectives Experience of demonstrating effective teamworking within a commercial environment Cooperative and flexible approach Ability to identify where problems may arise and adopt a solution -focused approach Demonstrate effective communication and good interpersonal skills IT literate Commitment to own personal development

What We Offer

Competitive Salary

of up to 45,000pa

Generous Holiday Package

: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, an additional birthday holiday, and options to buy or sell holidays (subject to eligibility).

Work-Life Balance

: Flexible working hours, on-site parking (subject to availability), and benefits like the Corporate Metro Scheme and Bike to Work Scheme (T&C's apply).

Wellbeing Support

: Virtual GP, Bereavement Support, Discounted Health Checks, Annual Flu Jab and Free Eye Tests.

Social and Charitable Events:

Across the year we host a range of events, including a Christmas party, as well as an Annual Awards Night. Each year we support a local charity and host numerous fundraising events to raise money for a good cause. Last year we raised over 20,000 for Tiny Lives and this year we are supporting Rainbow Trust!

Working Hours

This role is Full Time based on 37.5 Hours per week, and is fully office based in Byker, Newcastle.

Next Steps?

If you feel this role is the right fit for you, then

Apply Now!

If your application meets our criteria, a member of HR will be in contact to discuss this opportunity further. After this if you are successful, you will be invited to a face-to-face interview.

If you are unsuccessful, you will be notified. However, if you don't receive any communication from us within four weeks of sending your CV, your application was not successful.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Cycle to work scheme Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 1PL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you require sponsorship to work in the UK? If so, from when?
Licence/Certification:

Practising Certificate (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person