At Crawford & Company we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion; we aim to infuse it into everything we do – underpinning our strategy with three core elements:

Consciousness

Capability

Culture

We welcome applications from all candidates, no matter their background.  So, what are you waiting for?  Apply today, we’re looking forward to your application.

• Competency in word, Microsoft, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong legal knowledge.
• Confidentially run their own case load.
• Supervise more junior members of the team.

• 5 yr PQE Solicitor/Cilex PQE
• Experience of Constructions disputes (incl adjudications and arbitrations)
• Degree or equivalent.
• 3 A Levels.
• Grade C or above for Maths and English GCSE
  Experience of Subrogated recoveries (major and complex property damage preferred) and/or General Civil/Commercial Litigation (incl contract, negligence and land disputes)

• Manage legal documentation and correspondence in strict confidence.
  
• Investigate the facts of a case.
• Conduct research where necessary on relevant laws, regulations and legal articles to ensure the accuracy of advice and the procedure.
  
• Prepare case plans and strategy notes for handling of the case.
  
• Drafting variety of legal documents.
  
• Correspond with solicitors, court and clients.
  
• Represent clients in court.
  
• Meet and interview clients when necessary.
  
• Advise clients on the law and legal issues.
  
• Negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives.
  
• Attend meetings and negotiations.
  
• Prepare papers for court.
  
• Work in a team, sometimes referring cases to team managers/partners where appropriate.
  
• Supervise and delegate work to trainee solicitors, paralegals, and legal secretaries as appropriate.
  
• Check all documentation prior to signing and implementing.
  
• Keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and law reports.
  
• Prepare and maintain correct MI.

• Professional, confidential and discrete.
• Team player.
• Shows initiative.
• Adheres to the company value and culture.
  
• Commercial awareness.
  
• Good interpersonal skills.
  
• Motivation and commitment.
  
• Strong administration and organisational skills.
  
• Good time management.
• Strong work ethic and capable of meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work in busy working environment.

• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Ability to interpret and input data accurately and efficiently.
  
• Ability to conduct thorough research.
  
• Professional and confident telephone manner.
  
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
  
• Strong attention to detail.
  
• Strong problem solving skills.
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong legal knowledge.
  
• Strong negotiations skills.
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.