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Careers with Price Slater Gawne

A supportive culture for professional development, a real sense of contributing to a larger purpose

Life at Price Slater Gawne is a great one. We’re a firm that believes in delivering the best possible outcomes not only for our clients but also for our people: that’s why many of our colleagues have been with us since we started out in 2010.

Our values

We look after our people, guide their careers, nurture their progress within the firm, and regularly seek feedback on how they are progressing. All junior colleagues are mentored by senior staff with regular one-to-one meetings. We believe in a strong team ethic and everyone in the firm works together to ensure our continued growth and success. Everything we do is a group effort; lots of firm say it, we actually live it.

 

Our way of working

Our firm was founded on the basis of remote working so that our people could enjoy the significant benefit of a genuine work/life balance.

We work to very high standards and expect the best from our people, but we have neither the culture nor expectation of long hours and ensure workloads are always managed appropriately to deliver that: we put your wellbeing first. We maintain an HQ in central Altrincham and staff come into the offices as needed for team meetings and face-to-face client appointments.

We recruit entirely based on merit and operate a transparent career development programme, holding quarterly appraisals to ensure you, and we, are on track. We deliver a carefully thought-out programme of knowledge transfer across all our teams so that there are opportunities to move from one to the other if so desired – we don’t put our people in boxes. We actively encourage new ways of thinking, and every opinion is valued.

Jack Fitzsimons, Associate, Senior Accounts Assistant: “There has always been opportunity to progress within the firm, I have always been interested in the forecasting and reporting aspect of accounts and for the last year I have been given the opportunity to be involved in month end reporting to the senior management team which I enjoy. I have worked at PSG for almost 10 years and I am glad the way of working hasn’t changed too much with the growth of the firm and it remains a great place to work.”

Gail Galloway, Senior Associate, Wealth Protection: “For me, to have been recognised by way of promotion in my relatively short space of time at PSG speaks volumes as to the firm’s firm focus on employee appreciation and career development. This ethos encourages a mutual employer/employee respect which is integral to providing clients with the highest level of service.”

Sarah Ratcliffe, Senior Associate, Clinical Negligence: “PSG has a detailed career path which sets out what the firm is looking for in employees who want to progress, which gives you something to aim for. Everyone’s really supportive of progression, aiming high and forward thinking.”

Zoe Frawley, Solicitor, Clinicial Negligence: Price Slater Gawne is one of the friendliest places I have worked. I joined at the start of my training contract, and I have always felt comfortable asking for help from people from all levels – everyone has been really approachable and supportive. The working environment is very focused on work-life balance, and that each person is different. There is a big consideration that people work better in different environments, i.e. flexible working between the office and working from home.”

Sam Firth, Associate, Executive, Court of Protection: “What struck me from day one was the extent to which the sharing of thoughts and ideas was actively encouraged and welcomed. Despite the freedom of WFH, there’s a much stronger collegiate atmosphere than in many office-based firms I have experienced. The core values were developed during the time I have been working at PSG, and they are so much more than pretty words; they have real substance. There’s a tangibly healthy culture here. Everybody is valued as an important part of the whole.”


New Roles

As we continue to grow and expand, we are seeking a talented and dedicated Clinical Negligence Costs Draftsperson to join our Costs team, reporting directly to the Head of the Department. With our head office located in Altrincham, PSG’s expansion is also evident through the recent openings of our London and Chester offices. This is a full-time position which can be based either from home or a hybrid mix of home working and working from our Altrincham office.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to join a well-established firm that provides outstanding training and career progression. PSG is an employee-owned firm. This model fosters a unique, inclusive culture where everyone’s voice is valued, and individuals are empowered to make impactful contributions. We believe that this strengthens our commitment to delivering high-quality service to clients, while also providing our employees with a sense of purpose and responsibility.

Our employee-centric culture is rooted in values of kindness, collaboration, ambition, flexibility, and trust. By being part of PSG, you’ll not only have the opportunity to grow professionally but also to thrive in an environment where your contributions are directly aligned with the firm’s long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Take instructions from fee earners, providing advice on legal procedures, issues, and case strategies.
  • Draft and tailor legal documents, including court filings and contracts, using standard templates when applicable.
  • Negotiate with Directors, the Head of Costs, and fee earners to achieve case objectives.
  • Budget clinical negligence cases, ensuring all necessary work is covered and advising on budget management.
  • Provide cost estimates for interim payments and settlement advice for clinical negligence cases.
  • Prepare solicitor-client documents, bills of costs, and assess recoverable costs.
  • Negotiate settlements and provide advice on the prospects of success.
  • Keep fee earners informed on costs claims progress, including offers, issues, and client funds.
  • Instruct Counsel and experts as needed, and ensure all time and documents are accurately recorded in the case management system.
  • Liaise with Accounts to ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and oversee the distribution of final client funds.
  • Meet financial targets while maintaining a high level of service and client satisfaction.

Key Skills  

  • Strong time management and task prioritisation.
  • Understand and align with business priorities.
  • Maintain confidentiality for both clients and the business.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Able to work effectively under pressure.
  • Take ownership of projects and problems.
  • Comfortable working in a paperless environment.
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and general IT skills.
  • Experience using Costs Master software.
  • Self-motivated team player with professionalism.
  • Strong analytical and organisational abilities.

Benefits

  • A flexible, agile working environment that supports work-life balance.
  • A competitive salary and benefits package, including 25 days of holiday (excluding bank holidays), pension scheme, healthcare cash plan, life assurance, and a bonus scheme.
  • The opportunity to become part of an employee-owned firm, where your contributions are directly valued and rewarded as the firm grows. This model creates an engaging, collaborative, and supportive working environment where all employees can share in the firm’s success and have a say in its future.

If you believe you are a strong fit for this position, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV to Abigail.frost@psg-law.co.uk for consideration.

As we continue to grow and expand, we are seeking a talented and dedicated New Client Liaison to join our Clinical Negligence team, reporting directly to the Team Leader of our New Enquiries department. With our head office located in Altrincham, PSG’s expansion is also evident through the recent openings of our London and Chester offices. This is a full-time position based at our Altrincham office during the initial training period. Once initial training has been completed, this role can be based from home or from our Altrincham office.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to join a well-established firm that provides outstanding training and career progression. PSG is an employee-owned firm. This model fosters a unique, inclusive culture where everyone’s voice is valued, and individuals are empowered to make impactful contributions. We believe that this strengthens our commitment to delivering high-quality service to clients, while also providing our employees with a sense of purpose and responsibility.

Our employee-centric culture is rooted in values of kindness, collaboration, ambition, flexibility, and trust. By being part of PSG, you’ll not only have the opportunity to grow professionally but also to thrive in an environment where your contributions are directly aligned with the firm’s long-term success.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Handle new enquiries from potential clients regarding possible clinical negligence claims.
  • Open new files within our case management system, ensuring strict adherence to firm procedures.
  • Gather detailed information from enquirers about their medical experiences.
  • Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail when completing the new enquiry questionnaire.
  • Consult with the head of department to assess whether a claim is viable.
  • Communicate with the enquirer to inform them of the claim’s acceptance or decline and explain next steps or funding options if the claim is accepted.
  • Process necessary paperwork, including preparing retainer documents and obtaining client identification.
  • Request medical records and apply for legal insurance on behalf of clients.
  • Collaborate with other team members and the department head, ensuring seamless communication throughout the process.

Key Skills:

  • Strong customer service experience, ideally within a legal setting.
  • A solid academic background.
  • Comfortable working from home and managing a flexible schedule.
  • Empathetic, with the ability to build trusting relationships with clients, especially those experiencing difficult personal circumstances.
  • Strong IT proficiency, with the ability to work in a paperless environment.
  • Keen interest in Clinical Negligence and/or the legal field.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills.
  • Capable of using initiative while knowing when to seek guidance.
  • A team player who is also self-motivated and professional.

What We Offer:

  • A flexible, agile working environment that supports work-life balance.
  • A competitive salary and benefits package, including 25 days of holiday (excluding bank holidays), pension scheme, healthcare cash plan, life assurance, and a bonus scheme.
  • The opportunity to become part of an employee-owned firm, where your contributions are directly valued and rewarded as the firm grows. This model creates an engaging, collaborative, and supportive working environment where all employees can share in the firm’s success and have a say in its future.

If you believe you are a strong fit for this position, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV to Abigail.frost@psg-law.co.uk for consideration.

What our clients say about us...

  • “From the start of my claim every person I have encountered has been above and beyond what I expected. I can only say, for me, the service I have received is beyond commendable.” Charlotte Hughes

    1/5

  • “The team is professional, informative, efficient and adopts a collaborative approach." Chambers and Partners

    2/5

  • “Amazing team, fantastic when it comes to communication. Any questions I had were answered quickly. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend these to anyone needing their help.” Stephanie Turner

    3/5

  • “I cannot recommend Price Slater Gawne highly enough! They have dealt with legal matters for us for many years with absolute dedication to achieving the best outcome for us. The staff are super helpful, polite, and extremely professional.” Andrea Duggan

    4/5

  • “Price Slater Gawne to my mind is one of the best in this field. Their specialist Clinical Negligence team is incredibly strong. This firm is at the top of my list of personal recommendations when asked by friends and family.” Legal 500

    5/5

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