JBS Solicitors
Personal Injury Fee Earner (Claimant RTA)
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Company Description
JBS Solicitors is a personal injury firm with over 30 years of experience in claims handling and litigation. The practice focuses on supporting individuals who have suffered injury, offering clear guidance throughout the legal process. JBS Solicitors provides accessible legal services and committed representation. The team is dedicated to helping clients secure fair compensation so they can recover and rebuild after an accident.
Role Description
This full-time hybrid role, based in Bournemouth, is for a Personal Injury Fee Earner handling Claimant Road Traffic Accident (RTA) matters. The role involves managing a caseload of RTA personal injury claims from initial instruction through to settlement or litigation, including taking detailed client statements, assessing liability, and gathering evidence. The Personal Injury Fee Earner will draft correspondence and legal documents, negotiate with insurers and opposing representatives, and ensure compliance with relevant procedures and time limits. The role also includes maintaining accurate file records, updating clients regularly on case progress, and working collaboratively with colleagues to meet performance and service targets.
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- Experience managing claimant RTA and personal injury files, including pre-litigation and litigated matters, with a solid understanding of relevant procedures and regulations.
- Strong legal drafting and written communication skills for preparing letters of claim, witness statements, schedules of loss, and court documents.
- Effective client care and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, explain legal issues clearly, and handle sensitive situations professionally.
- Good negotiation and advocacy skills for dealing with insurers, defendants, and other stakeholders to achieve fair outcomes for clients.
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities, including managing deadlines, prioritising a busy caseload, and maintaining accurate file records.
- Proficiency with case management systems and general IT tools, including document management, email, and basic data entry.
- Previous experience in a claimant personal injury or RTA department is highly beneficial; knowledge of No Win No Fee / conditional fee arrangements is an advantage.
- Relevant legal qualification (such as a law degree, LPC, CILEX, or comparable experience) and commitment to ongoing professional development.
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