About Winn Group
Winn Group is a one stop shop for accident management and rehabilitation.
There are a number of brands under the umbrella of Winn Group, the most notable being Winn Solicitors. It specialises in all aspects of the claims management process, offering a market leading service.
We focus on providing the best possible client care, with our teams working 24 hours a day to provide an effective, efficient, and meticulous service that is best in class.
Starting out as Winn Solicitors in 2002, the company has expanded and evolved to cater for the legal side of the claims process, the recovery, repair and replacement of vehicles as a result of an accident,and the client’s recovery from the injuries sustained.
Where Are We and What are We Good at?
We are proudly based in Newcastle upon Tyne, with currently over 700 staff, all based and working out of our three offices just outside Newcastle City Centre with close links to all public transport and onsite parking.
We are a multi-award winning national business. We are regularly recognised by Legal 500 as a leading personal injury firm. We were the first law firm to achieve the Louder Than Words best practice charter mark, in recognition of our diligent service that offers accessibility to clients and employees with hearing impairments.
So Where Does IT and Development Fit into This?
IT has been central to the evolution of Winn Group, which continues to develop its strong technology platform and expand its offering, from injury claims to other areas of law such as Wills and Probate, Commercial Litigation and much more.
In IT, we have a determination to maintain high standards. This approach saw us awarded ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus accreditations, for our absolute commitment to data security and protection.
In addition, Winn Group has won a number of innovation awards and is regularly featured in articles in relation to its commitment to cutting edge technology.
For further details about the evolving IT picture, we refer you to pages 20 and 21 of the attached document in relation to 20 years of Winns: winngroup.co.uk/20-years-of-winning
What Would This Placement Involve?
Working with our dedicated Development team, we are looking for someone with a passion and energy for coding, and program writing in a number of different disciplines.
The landscape is quickly changing, with numerous programs, such as Python, .Net, C#, C++, XML and JSON, containing programming languages with a place in the legal marketplace.
In addition, the increasing use of low code/no code applications, robotic process automation (RPA) and artificial intelligence (AI), is increasingly coming to the fore in the legal process.
This is an exciting opportunity that offers the right individual a chance to become involved in all of the above and to explore the boundaries of what is possible as we seek to enhance our services for our clients and staff alike.
What Skills Must I Possess?
We are looking for someone who is working on an appropriate Degree, relevant to coding and programming languages, with some experience in programming and someone who is familiar with some or all of the languages detailed above.
We are not looking for an expert, we are looking for someone who has an appetite and application for coding, with initiative and a challenging mind.
We are looking for someone with a huge desire to learn and to quickly pick up the different programming languages, to the benefit of both themselves and the organisation.
Job Requirements
- Enthusiasm and interest in development and programming
- A proactive individual, who is creative, and a team player
- Available for the full 12 months of the placement year
Next Steps
If you feel this is the right experience for you, then Apply Now!
Please provide us with an up-to-date CV and a cover letter. Please answer the following questions in your cover letter:
- Why do you want to take part in a Placement Year at Winn Group?
- What skills would you bring to the IT Development role and Winn Group?
Please note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered
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What our Staff Say
“Every day is a learning day and I look forward to gaining further knowledge and experience within a rapidly expanding department and company.”
Jamie young
Trainee Development Analyst
“I enjoy my role as every day is different and there’s always something new to learn.”
Lauren
IT Development Analyst