Thinking of becoming a solicitor? Join Winn Group to start your journey.
At Winn’s, we don’t just offer jobs — we invest in your future. Over the past five years, we have helped many of our colleagues to qualify as Solicitors, with a further 31 currently actively working towards qualification through the SQE or a Training Contract, funded by the Company.
If you are an aspiring solicitor, or you want to develop into a strong litigator, you can by gaining hands on experience from day one.
We also recognise that not everyone follows the same path. Whether your ambition is to qualify as a solicitor or to build a strong career within litigation, we will support your development.
If you join us as a Fee Earner in our Contested Litigation department, you will:
- Work alongside experienced litigators in a collaborative environment
- Gain exposure to complex, high-value and rewarding cases
- Receive structured training and ongoing support
- Develop the practical skills required to succeed as a solicitor
- Manage your own caseload of PI/EL or PI/VD files.
You will receive an annual salary of £25,500 and work 37.5 hours Monday to Friday, typically starting at 8.30am and finishing at 5pm.
Alongside your role, you’ll have access to many benefits, including 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, an extra day off for your birthday, and the option to purchase up to 5 additional days each year - because we know how valuable time off is.
About You
At Winn Group we celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Individuals of all backgrounds with the right skills and experience, along with the qualities that help drive our team and business forward.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Commitment to your own personal development
- Demonstrate effective communication and good interpersonal skills
- Legal or equivalent experience
- Ability to assist with a caseload of mainly fast track cases with appropriate supervision
- Some knowledge of RTA liability, together with factual causation issues
- Knowledge of Personal Injury Law, including Part 7 and Part 8 Procedural Rules and Practice Directions regarding Credit Hire and Vehicle Damage losses recovery
- Ability to work towards shared goals and objectives
- Strong IT skills
Desirable Skills and Experience
- Knowledge or experience within Personal Injury or Other Compensation Claims Process
We welcome applicants without previous credit hire experience as full training and support will be provided to successful candidates. We also welcome applications from paralegals with appropriate skills and experience.
About Us
Winn Group is the parent Company of Winn Solicitors and On Hire. Winn Solicitors is a driving force in the North East, delivering nationwide accident management and rehabilitation services for victims of non-fault accidents. Our mission is simple: to be the best one-stop shop for accident management and rehabilitation. We lead the market in Personal Injury Law. With a 4.8 Star rating by Trustpilot, we provide an excellent service for our clients from start to finish.
Across the year the Company host a range of events, including a Christmas party and an Annual Awards Night. Each year we support a local charity and host numerous fundraising events to raise money for a good cause.
There will be a variety of committees you can choose to join, including a Running Club, Walking Club, and Book Club, offering great opportunities to get to know your colleagues.
Next Steps?
If you are interested in this position, please Apply Now!
If your application meets the criteria, a member of HR will be in contact to discuss this opportunity further. After this if you are successful, you will be invited to an Interview.
Interviews are typically in person, but if a Remote Interview is more suitable for you we will try our best to accommodate your request.
If your application is not shortlisted, you will be notified. However, if you don't receive any communication from us within four weeks of sending your CV, your application was not shortlisted.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £25,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newcastle upon Tyne NE6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you require sponsorship to work in the UK? If so, from when?
Education:
Experience:
- Paralegal: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
