Associate

• Instructing and coordinating independent panels considering complex compensation claims
• Drafting panel decisions and related legal documentation
• Supervising and supporting paralegals and junior team members
• Preparing correspondence to claimants and their representatives
• Managing large volumes of sensitive and complex material with accuracy and professionalism
• Assisting with wider stakeholder engagement, including with government and postmasters' legal representatives

Requirements

• Qualified solicitor status in England and Wales (or equivalent common law jurisdiction)
• Strong general contentious or disputes experience
• Experience gained within the public sector or complex claims management a benefit, but not essential
• Strong academic record
• Experience in leading teams a benefit, but not essential

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing complex compensation claims, drafting legal documentation, and supervising legal teams. Proven ability to engage with stakeholders and handle sensitive materials with professionalism and accuracy.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Qualified Solicitor Status
• Contentious Disputes Experience
• Team Leadership Experience
• Public Sector Experience
• Legal Documentation Drafting

ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills

• Legal Documentation Drafting
• Compensation Claims Management
• Disputes Resolution
• Panel Decision Instructing
• Stakeholder Engagement

Soft Skills

• Supervisory Skills
• Professionalism
• Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor Status

Industry Keywords

• Public Sector
• Complex Claims Management
• Legal Representation
• Stakeholder Engagement