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An opportunity has become available within our expanding Serious Injury Department for an experienced Associate Team Leader to supervise and provide technical support on cases valued in excess of 100k and up to 1m.You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.The role holder will require a sound technical knowledge of personal injury (RTA) work. In addition, they will have considerable experience usually gained over 8 years + of working on multi-track claims in excess of 500k.The role involves end to end technical support and coaching on cases, responsibility for the adherence to our robust supervision framework as well as being accountable for delivery of your teams objectives and KPIs.The role holder will be an ambassador for Minster Law, bringing to life our core purpose and values through inspirational leadership and technical expertise.This role is part of the Serious Injury leadership team that helps deliver growth, engagement excellent customer service and performance.Key AccountabilitiesTo provide technical support and effective supervision to Grade A colleagues and their supporting hubs conducting multi-track RTA claims with a value in excess of 100k to up to 1MThe level of supervision required will be in accordance with the firms supervision framework and the post holder is expected to be an ambassador of best practice.To provide technical coaching and guidance to leads and AFEs.To ensure efficient case progression to achieve the required operational, financial and client service performance in line with the firms objectives.To support colleagues in optimising case planning and hub productivity.To undertake monthly technical 121s with Grade A colleagues enabling reportable feedback to Technical Leads for action plans and business strategyTo identify and escalate any capability concerns to the Technical Lead and support with the implementation of training, development or support plans if appropriate.To collaborate with QA and Technical Compliance and / or Technical Leads to manage risk.To support in Billing Governance Forums as required providing technical submissions for team members.To ensure your team adhere to Minster Law Costs Process and provide technical costs support to fee earners.Working collaboratively with fellow Team Leaders, Team Managers and Technical Leads to embed business change, manage risk and deliver performance.To engage and support in forums on a variety of technical issues including peer reviews.To work alongside the leadership team in delivering and embedding ObjectivesTo hold team meetings and share key messages ensuring these are delivered effectively.To complete monthly returns to the leadership team to optimise supervisionPerson SpecificationEssential Admitted Solicitor, FILEX or equivalent experience8+ years PQEExperience of handling and supervising high value Multi-Track personal injury (RTA Car & Bike) claims.Use of electronic case management systems (Proclaim ideally but training can be given)IT skills including Microsoft Word; Microsoft Teams; PowerPoint & ExcelEnjoys coaching and engaging team members and reporting in to technical leadsAbility to lead with integrity, be respectful of all colleague opinionsAbility to follow Company process / guidelines & make appropriate decisionsAbility to motivate colleagues & work as part of a team with strong supervisory skills and an ability to put others at ease and build trust & confidence through self-awareness and a high degree of emotional intelligenceCredibility to operate and influence with stakeholders of all levels.Act with drive, pace and passion with the ability to work in a fast-moving environmentTakes personal ownership, leads by example and works collaboratively across functions with a one business mindset.Good interpersonal / communication skills both written & verbal with self-awareness of your own impact on others & an ability to consider appropriate forums for communications.A natural organiser able to set clear expectations of what good looks like and how it is measured.Be a cultural ambassador by displaying our values and behaviours in every aspect of the work they do.DesirableRobust - able to deal with changing circumstances and challenging situations whilst still achieving objectives.Team Player and acts as a role model to your colleagues, working together to achieve business and team goals.Take opportunities to develop and stretch yourself and be passionate about developing your career at Minster Law.Flexibility with a solution-focused, resilient and positive can-do attitudeAccountability for own Actions & DecisionsHonest, Trustworthy & Reliable and able to act with IntegrityWilling to explore new technologies to support business development & able to support teams though changeTechnical SkillsKnowledge of Personal Injury Pre-Action Protocols / Civil Procedure Rules / Funding / CostsKnowledge of personal injury law as applicableUnderstanding the impact of the Intermediate Track on lower value SI cases (over 100k) with the ability to embrace a consistent team risk strategy.Ability to assess and advise on evidence, liability & quantumKnowledge of all aspects of litigation and cases which involve cost budgetingGood numerical skills with the ability to lead and assess calculated special damagesExperience of billing & bill sign off & interpretation of MI & dataDelivering and facilitating of training as required through induction & ad hoc sessions as requiredAbility to work and assess competency criteria to feed into individual & department wide trainingKey Performance IndictorsYour KPIs and Objectives will be discussed and agreed with you on a one-to-one basis. You will have regular one-to-one meetings with your senior technical lead and senior manager to review your performance against these objective.Personal DevelopmentThere is the opportunity for high performing individuals to move into different departments across the business to expand their knowledge and experience, and develop a career within Minster Law.Working HoursFull time 35 hours per week. Agile working is fully supported but some office attendance is required and can be discussed at interview.TravelOur clients are based throughout England and Wales. Associates are required to undertake meetings with clients and attend conferences, but occasional support maybe required by the Team Leader. Some travel maybe required.Equal OpportunitiesMinster Law is committed to equality and diversity and being a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. We're an equal opportunity and disability confident employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, neurodiversity, or disability status. You can read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on the Minster Law website. Final noteThe Recruitment Team at Minster Law would like to thank you for applying for Employment with us. Due to the high volume of applications, please note if you have not heard back from us in 10 working days, you have not been successful on this occasion.TPBN1_UKTJ