Associate - Serious Injury

Associate - Serious Injury

A senior opportunity within a specialist Serious Injury practice, offering the chance to work on complex, high-value claims within a well-structured and highly regarded team.

This role is suited to experienced Serious Injury lawyers operating at a senior level who are looking to focus on high-quality work in an environment designed to support long-term case strategy and client outcomes. Caseloads are carefully managed to allow the time, autonomy and attention required to handle complex claims effectively.

The Opportunity:

As an Associate, you will:

• Lead a portfolio of complex Serious Injury claims, predominantly RTA-based, typically valued from £150k to multi-million-pound outcomes
• Take full responsibility for case strategy, including liability, quantum, rehabilitation and settlement
• Work collaboratively with medical experts, counsel, case managers, care experts, architects and financial specialists
• Secure early interim payments and rehabilitation funding to support client recovery
• Provide supervision, guidance and mentoring to junior team members
• Play an active role in delivering excellent client outcomes through a structured, multi-disciplinary approach

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Fellow with significant post-qualification experience (typically 8+ years PQE or equivalent)
• Proven experience as a lead file handler on complex Serious Injury matters
• Strong technical knowledge of litigation, liability and quantum
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-value, complex claims independently
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior colleagues
• Excellent client care skills and professional credibility within the sector

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary of £60,000 - £90,000 (DOE)
• Life assurance and income protection
• Flexible benefits, including the option to buy or sell annual leave
• A dedicated monthly wellbeing day
• Ongoing investment in professional development and career progression
• A supportive, collaborative environment focused on quality over volume
• Opportunities to contribute to departmental development and sector engagement

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Serious Injury lawyer looking to work within a forward-thinking practice that prioritises high-quality work, professional autonomy, and long-term client outcomes.

If the above role is of interest then please send an updated CV to (url removed) or for a confidential discussion about the role then call Chris on (phone number removed).