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Oculus Legal Group is partnering with a respected Legal500-ranked firm to appoint a Solicitor with an interest in Property Damage work. This rare opportunity offers the chance to step into a leading Commercial Insurance team based in Edinburgh. With a clear pathway for career progression and top tier client work, this role is designed for a driven solicitor looking to make a lasting impact. The successful candidate will be expected to manage their own case load of property damage recovery claims and subrogated recovery cases. ROLE OVERVIEW 🔹 Manage a caseload comprising pre-litigation property damage claims, as well as litigated matters in the Court of Session and Sheriff Court. 🔹 Meet annual time recording targets, balancing chargeable and investment time effectively. 🔹 Understand client expectations and handle cases in accordance with service level agreements and established best practices. 🔹 Effectively prioritise tasks to optimise workflow and maximise operational efficiency. 🔹 Recognise and embrace your role within the wider practice group, proactively contributing to process improvements and managing a caseload aligned with your level of technical and legal expertise. 🔹 Cultivate strong internal and external working relationships to support business development and gain a clear understanding of the Firm’s strategic objectives and client priorities. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED ✅ Background in commercial insurance is preferred, though experience in similar areas will also be considered. ✅ Demonstrated ability to independently manage a personal caseload. ✅ Self-motivated and capable of providing guidance, supervision, and support to junior team members. ✅ Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively with internal colleagues and external clients. ✅ Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines. WHY JOIN THIS FIRM? 🌟 Competitive remuneration and bonus scheme. 🌟 Clear path for career progression. 🌟 Flexible working arrangements. 🌟 Market-leading well-being programs. 🌟 Professional development and leadership opportunities. NEXT STEPS? For a confidential discussion, please contact Allana Logan or send your CV via the "Apply Now" link on this page: Email: Mobile: 07412 918223 Not quite what you're looking for?... Oculus Legal Group partners with many of Scotland’s prominent law firms, regularly supporting with appointments not openly advertised. If you'd like an insight into the market, discuss aspects pertaining to your own career path/trajectory or have a confidential chat about your next move, please get in touch with Allana Logan on the above contact details.

We are working with a top-tier Scottish law firm who are seeking a Senior Solicitor or Associate to join their Insurance Litigation team within their Edinburgh office. The Role The successful candidate will join an esteemed Litigation & Regulatory practice, working on high-value, cross border disputes across civil and commercial litigation, with a particular focus on personal injury defence, shipping & maritime law, and insurance coverage disputes. The candidate will advise across maritime and transport law claims, insurance coverage disputes, and personal injury defence. The candidate will also demonstrate a willingness to participate in business development initiatives while managing client relationships. Essential Criteria • 3-5 PQE;, • Strong background in personal injury defence litigation and insurance claims;, • Excellent commercial awareness;, • Strong academics;, • Technically excellent;, • Negotiation skills;, • Willingness to become involved in business development;, • Ability to work independently and as a team. Benefits • Excellent salary package;, • Generous benefits package;, • Extensive opportunities for career development;, • Excellent client base;, • Hybrid working (after the initial 6 month secondment);, • Fantastic work/life balance;, • Inclusive and friendly culture. Please contact Andrew Currie on +44 7519 489 330 or email if you would like to have a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

Planning - Senior Associate (4+ PQE) Location: Edinburgh (will consider candidates in Glasgow) Firm: Top-Tier Planning Team Salary: Lucrative Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits The Role & The Work A highly regarded Planning team, operating at the forefront of the UK’s most high-profile and transformative developments and is now seeking a Senior Associate to join their team in Edinburgh. From major infrastructure and energy projects to large-scale regeneration schemes and new settlements, this is work that is shaping the built environment and driving the future of cities, communities and net zero ambitions. The workload will be broad and challenging, from advising on major planning applications and development strategy, to infrastructure agreements, compulsory purchase, planning litigation and judicial review. You’ll also play a key role in large-scale, often first-of-their-kind projects, where your ability to think commercially and solve problems will set you apart. The team is deeply integrated across the firms UK and international, meaning you’ll collaborate on cross-border projects and multi-jurisdictional work, gaining exposure far beyond the Scottish market. Alongside this, you will work alongside widely recognised Partners and highly regarded specialists, advising a standout client base that spans government bodies, major developers, investors and national organisations. The work is both contentious and non-contentious, giving you exposure to the full lifecycle of complex planning matters. For Planning Lawyers, there is a clear pathway to senior leadership, within a firm that genuinely invests in progression. If you’re looking for a role where your work has visible impact, technical depth and long-term career trajectory, this is it. Your Experience • Scottish or Dual Qualified Planning Solicitor (4+ PQE), • Strong experience in planning law (contentious and/or non-contentious), • Experience advising on complex development or infrastructure projects, • Knowledge of planning agreements, CPOs, litigation or due diligence work, • Commercially minded with strong problem-solving ability, • Confident communicator with client-facing experience, • Interest in business development and building your profile Why This Role? • Join a top-tier Planning team working on landmark projects, • Exposure to major infrastructure, energy and regeneration work, • Work alongside leading Partners in a highly respected practice, • Be part of a future-facing team driving planning and development strategy, • Genuine opportunity to shape your career and progress to senior levels, • International platform with cross-office collaboration, • Flexible, modern and supportive working culture, • Lucrative salary, bonus and comprehensive benefits If you’d like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Tilly Scott on 0131 460 7747 or for a confidential discussion.

Job Title: NQ – 2 Years PQE Solicitor Location: Glasgow or Edinburgh Practice Area: Litigation Nixon McQuade are working with an International Law firm based in Glasgow or Edinburgh to recruit a Defence Insurance Solicitor. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded litigation team acting on behalf of insurers and corporate clients across a broad range of defence matters. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of defence litigation files, including personal injury, property damage, and liability claims. You will be responsible for handling cases from initial instruction through to resolution, including court proceedings where necessary. The role offers exposure to high-quality work within a supportive and collaborative team environment. Role • Manage a caseload of defence insurance litigation matters from inception to conclusion, • Draft legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, and settlement agreements, • Liaise with clients, insurers, counsel, and third parties, • Attend court hearings, case management conferences, and mediations, • Provide strategic legal advice and risk assessment to clients, • Negotiate settlements and represent client interests effectively, • Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal procedures, • Maintain accurate case records using case management systems, • Meet billing targets and contribute to the financial performance of the team, • Stay up to date with legal developments in insurance and personal injury law Candidate Profile • Newly Qualified to 2 years’ PQE (Post-Qualification Experience), • Experience in defence insurance litigation (preferred, though strong litigation experience will be considered), • Strong academic background and excellent drafting skills, • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities, • Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills, • Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach, • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team, • Proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented mindset, • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills What’s on Offer • Opportunity to work within a leading law firm, • High quality, complex and varied caseload, • Hybrid working model, • Competitive salary package, commensurate with experience, • Clear career progression and development opportunities, • Access to ongoing training and professional development, • Supportive and inclusive working culture, • Comprehensive benefits package (e.g. pension, private healthcare, wellbeing initiatives) For further information on these vacancies, please reach out on LinkedIn. Email: Number: 07503452399

Associate / Senior Associate – Shipping & Transport Disputes (6+ PQE) Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid) Employment Type: Permanent Practice Area: Shipping, Transport & Insurance Disputes A highly regarded UK law firm is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate (6+ PQE) to join its top‑tier Shipping & Transport disputes practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer with a genuine interest in the marine, energy or transport sectors to develop a long-term specialism within a market-leading team. The Role You will advise a broad range of UK and international clients operating across the shipping and transport industries. The work is varied and intellectually interesting, combining complex disputes with regulatory and advisory matters. While the role is predominantly contentious, there is scope to develop non-contentious and transactional experience over time. Key areas of work include: • Handling commercial and insurance disputes arising from marine, offshore and transport incidents, • Defending high-value personal injury and other litigated claims, • Advising on marine regulatory and health & safety matters, • Acting for insurers, P&I Clubs, vessel operators, ports and offshore energy clients, • Advocacy in the Sheriff Court and other forums (depending on qualification and experience), • Working with counsel on Court of Session matters, • Exposure to arbitration, mediation and other ADR processes Candidate Profile You will be: • A qualified solicitor in Scotland or England & Wales, • 6+ years’ PQE (Associate or Senior Associate level), • Experienced in disputes, ideally with exposure to insurance, commercial or regulatory work, • Interested in (or already working within) the shipping, transport, marine or energy sectors What’s on Offer • High-quality, complex work within a Band 1–ranked specialist team, • Clear progression pathways and long-term career development, • Strong client contact and business development opportunities, • A collaborative, supportive culture with real investment in training, • Exposure to high-profile and technically challenging matters, • Competitive remuneration and benefits Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to build a specialist disputes practice in a buoyant sector, working closely with recognised experts and blue‑chip clients. The firm is known for its inclusive culture, flexible working approach and commitment to professional development. To find out more, please contact Jill Cowan on 07931 811 330 or email

Service care solutions are working with the Office of the Advocate General. Are you an experienced litigation lawyer seeking a unique opportunity to work within the UK Government's Scottish legal team? We are currently recruiting a highly skilled HMRC Lawyer. This is a fantastic chance to develop your advocacy skills, work on high-profile cases, and contribute to important public service work. Job Overview: HMRC Lawyer As an HMRC Lawyer, you will be part of the Office of the Advocate General (OAG), responsible for representing HMRC in courts, tribunals, and appeals across Scotland. The role offers flexible working hours (5 days per week – 35 hours), with a focus on handling diverse cases in tribunals, Sheriff Court, Court of Session, and the Supreme Court. Candidate Responsibilities Represent HMRC in courts and tribunals across Scotland, including the Court of Session, Sheriff Court, and First Tier Tribunal. Provide high-quality legal advice on complex litigation cases including tax disputes and insolvency. Conduct advocacy in hearings, gaining or developing in-person litigation experience. Collaborate with internal teams and external authorities on litigation strategy, particularly in fraud investigations and enforcement actions such as Account Freezing Orders. Manage your own workload efficiently, working under tight deadlines, and delivering timely legal advice. Candidate Requirements Extensive litigat...

About the Team HF Scotland has grown into a multi site legal operation supporting the legal requirements of some of the UK’s leading insurers alongside a range of major commercial clients. As the team continues to expand, there is an opportunity for ambitious Solicitors (0–5 PQE) to join a high performing defender insurance litigation practice with exposure to complex and varied legal work. You will work alongside experienced Partners, including Law Society of Scotland Accredited Specialists in Personal Injury Law, within a collaborative and supportive team environment. This is a Hybrid Role Key Responsibilities * Manage a varied caseload of pre litigated and litigated defender insurance matters * Handle a range of insurance litigation work including counter fraud, personal injury, and motor claims * Support employers liability and public liability litigation matters * Assist with specialist claims including construction, product liability, and regulatory matters * Work on cross border claims involving jurisdiction and choice of law issues * Review evidence and prepare legal correspondence and pleadings * Support Partners on complex and high value litigation matters * Develop advocacy skills through hearings, debates, proofs, and court appearances where appropriate * Ensure high standards of client service and file management throughout the litigation process Candidate Requir...

HRC Recruitment in Edinburgh is seeking a skilled Paralegal to join a well-known litigation private practice focusing on personal injury cases.

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Role: Document Production Assistant (Family & Court Experience) Location: Edinburgh / Hybrid Working Salary: £33,252 per annum plus benefits Our client, a highly regarded and long-established private client law firm, is seeking an experienced Document Production Assistant to join its team in Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected, values-led organisation with an outstanding reputation for delivering a discreet, tailored service to high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs and trustees. With a collaborative team environment, our client offers long-term career development within a professional and supportive culture. Working as part of a specialist Document Production function, you will provide a high-quality document creation service to Partners and legal colleagues across the firm. A key focus of this role is the production, formatting and preparation of Family Law and court documentation, therefore previous experience in this area is essential. You will be responsible for: Producing and formatting complex Family Law and court documents including summonses, affidavits, productions and motion sheets Preparing documentation for hearings and drafting instructions to Counsel Audio and copy typing of legal correspondence and documentation Converting documents into house style using templates and branded formatting Creating comparison documents using Track Changes and document comparison software Converting and troubleshooting PDF and problematic documents Cleaning documents and removing hidden metadata Proofreading and quality checking all work to ensure accuracy and compliance with firm standards Managing workflow systems and meeting agreed Service Level StandardsYou will also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying ways to streamline processes within the Document Production team. To be considered for this role, you must have: Proven experience producing and formatting Family Law and court documents (essential) A strong understanding of court procedures, timelines and deadlines Experience preparing and lodging documentation within Sheriff Court and/or civil litigation processes (or the ability to demonstrate strong working knowledge) Previous document production experience within a legal or professional services environment Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience with digital dictation Excellent formatting, proofing and document comparison skillsYou will be highly organised, proactive and confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels. Given the sensitive nature of the work, discretion and confidentiality are critical. If you are an experienced legal Document Production professional with a strong background in Family Law and court documentation, we would be delighted to speak with you in confidence. Please apply today or contact us directly for a confidential discussion

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for 2 Paralegals to join the legal team supporting the high-profile Emma Caldwell Inquiry. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced paralegals seeking meaningful public sector legal work within a fast-paced and high-profile environment. The legal team is led by the Solicitor to the Inquiry, supported by deputy solicitors and assistant solicitors. The successful candidates will work closely with assistant solicitors across a broad range of legal and evidential tasks. Key Responsibilitie: Support solicitors with document review, evidence management, witness statements, redaction, and hearing preparation Coordinate meetings, interviews, correspondence, and liaison with external stakeholders and core participants Maintain accurate records and document management systems while managing high volumes of sensitive information Provide administrative and legal support throughout all stages of the Inquiry, including during public hearingsEssential Skills & Experience: Previous paralegal or legal support experience within litigation, investigations, public inquiries, or similar environments (SCOTS LAW) Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage large volumes of documentation accurately Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills Flexible, adaptable team player able to work in a fast-paced and evolving environmentContract Details: 12-month initial contract- with a possible extension up to 23 months Day Rate: £207.58 Ltd- (PAYE INC- £177.14) (Equivalent Salary £39,767) Hybrid working model- Expected attendance in Edinburgh once/twice per week (typically Wednesdays) outside hearing periods During hearings, attendance in Glasgow will be required as needed Regular travel between Edinburgh and Glasgow may be necessary This role closes - Friday 15th 9AM MAYApply? This is a rare opportunity for two paralegals to contribute to a significant public inquiry and gain exposure to complex legal investigative work within a collaborative and experienced legal team. Interested candidates should contact:(url removed) or call on: (phone number removed)

HF Scotland has grown into a multi site legal operation supporting some of the top 20 UK insurers alongside a wide range of commercial clients. As the business continues to expand, it is seeking experienced Paralegals and Litigation Executives to join a high performing team and take the next step in their legal career. The team is led by experienced Partners, including Law Society of Scotland Accredited Specialists in Personal Injury Law, with exposure to complex and high value litigation work across multiple practice areas. This is a Hybrid Role Key Responsibilities * Manage a varied litigation caseload using a structured case management system * Handle a range of insurance litigation matters from instruction through to resolution * Work across counter fraud, personal injury, including complex and catastrophic claims * Manage motor claims, including credit hire disputes * Support employers liability and public liability claims * Assist with specialist matters including construction claims, product liability, and regulatory work * Contribute to fatal accident inquiries, criminal proceedings, and cross border jurisdictional matters * Review evidence, draft legal correspondence, and prepare pleadings * Support Partners and Solicitors in case preparation for court proceedings * Ensure accurate case progression and high quality client service delivery Candidate Requirements To be successful in this Paralegal / Litigation Executive role, you will need: * Experience managing a pre litigation or litigated caseload * Background in insurance defence litigation or personal injury claims * Experience handling high volume casework and third party claims * Strong understanding of litigation procedures and case progression * Ability to work effectively in a fast paced legal environment * Strong problem solving, organisation, and analytical skills * Proactive and motivated approach to workload management * Ability to thrive within a collaborative legal team Benefits Package * 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 with service, plus holiday buy scheme * Life insurance and income protection * Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan * Employee assistance programme and digital GP services * Pension scheme * Electric car scheme * Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave * Hybrid and flexible working options * Discounted gym membership and employee discount hub * Flu and eyecare vouchers