Supervisor (Solicitor/CILEX Lawyer) – Property / Motor Recoveries

Job Description

We are looking for a qualified lawyer, who is authorised to conduct litigation, to effectively manage, supervise, develop and coach a team of lawyers by ensuring the team deliver and exceed against financial targets, maintain and improve the quality of service to clients.

We have a role in our Property Recoveries team and a role in our Motor Recoveries team. 

What you will do?

•  Ensuring files are run pro-actively and effectively to conclusion by the relevant lawyers, with appropriate deadlines met.
• Ensuring that lawyers work effectively to meet the needs of the clients and the commercial requirements of the firm, managing any identified fee earner performance or conduct issues to include;
• Ensuring any client complaint, emerging risk or compliance issues within a case are identified, addressed and escalated to the Team Manager within required timescales, as well as ensuring that relevant learning points are highlighted and actioned.
• Direct line management for a team of lawyers.
• Managing performance issues for individual lawyers within their sub-team, which could include carrying out investigations, supporting the implementation and review of Performance Improvement Plans (PIPS) and providing additional technical support or training
• Driving and improving individual lawyers financial performance through effective management and support
• Supporting the Team Manager with recruitment activities, such as interviewing and application short-listing.
• Responsible for the induction of new joiners and ongoing technical development of lawyers

Who you are

• Previous supervision and / or team management experience is advantageous and essential when managing lawyers undertaking more complex roles.
• Sufficient technical ability to supervise the allocated sub-team .
• A high level of personal compliance with DAC Beachcroft Group protocols and procedures.
• Evidence of achievement of personal financial performance.
• Evidence of commercial acumen.
• Evidence of effective people management skills including the ability to motivate, coach and mentor team members at all levels.
• Organised and able to handle multiple demands and deadlines simultaneously.
• Able to communicate confidently orally and in writing at all levels.
• Demonstrates alignment with the Firm’s Cultural Principles (Clear, Creative, Determined and Supportive).

What’s in it for you?

• High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance – https://jobs.dacbeachcroft.com/whats-in-it-for-you/
• A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
• Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
• In person and remote social events
• Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities