Solcitior – Commercial Litigation – Property Damage Claims

Overview

In this role you will handle a varied caseload in civil/commercial litigation, including Pursuer and Defender work in Scottish courts, arbitrations, and mediations. You will operate within the specialist property damage team in Glasgow, supporting insurers and clients while developing supervision and business development skills. You’ll work closely with a collaborative, sociable team and contribute to a culture that values inclusion and responsible business. This is a growth-focused position with opportunities for progression and ESG involvement. You will drive practical solutions and maintain strong client relationships across the insurer portfolio.

Pay / Benefits

• private medical insurance
• income protection insurance
• discounted gym membership
• professional funding
• in person and remote social events

Responsibilities

• Manage a personal and team caseload under supervision
• Act as main contact for clients on Scottish claims with in-depth knowledge
• Assist the Partner in supervising paralegals and trainee solicitors
• Support Partner in client accounts management and business development
• Handle insurer client requirements with diligence and proactivity
• Build strong relationships with insurer clients and colleagues
• Demonstrate sound financial management on own files
• Stay aligned with the firm’s core strategies and aims

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor (0-2 years PQE) or near the end of training contract
• Highly organized, confident negotiator and communicator with strong attention to detail
• Experience in commercial litigation and managing a varied Scottish caseload
• Excellent relationship and client handling skills; professional with day-to-day clients
• Self-sufficient with awareness of competence/authority boundaries
• Proactive with a tenacious approach to issue identification and problem solving
• Commercial perspective
• Alignment with the Firm’s Cultural Principles (Clear, Creative, Determined and Supportive)

• strong communication
• relationship building
• team collaboration
• commercial litigation
• experience in Scottish courts
• case management

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