Title: Catastrophic Injury Solicitor Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid) A leading specialist law firm is seeking an Associate Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its growing Serious Injury team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Personal Injury Solicitor with 4-5+ years PQE to work on high quality, complex Serious Injury and Catastrophic Injury claims while progressing their career within a well-established team. The Opportunity You will join an expanding Serious Injury team handling high value and complex Personal Injury matters. The role offers a strong mix of running your own caseload and supporting on more complex, high value claims, alongside opportunities to take on supervisory responsibilities and contribute to the continued growth of the team. Key Responsibilities Managing your own caseload of Serious Injury and Personal Injury claims Assisting on high value, complex and Catastrophic Injury matters Ensuring files are progressed in line with targets and KPIs Supervising, mentoring and supporting junior team members Contributing to the development and reputation of the team About You Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 4-5+ years PQE Strong experience in Personal Injury, including Serious or Catastrophic Injury claims Experience managing a caseload and working to targets and KPIs Familiarity with case management systems Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Excellent communication and client care skills Ability to supervise, coach and mentor junior colleagues Flexible approach with willingness to travel where required Apply If you are a Personal Injury Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with Serious Injury experience looking to progress your career and take on high quality, complex work, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Apr 19, 2026
Full time
Title: Catastrophic Injury Solicitor Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid) A leading specialist law firm is seeking an Associate Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its growing Serious Injury team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Personal Injury Solicitor with 4-5+ years PQE to work on high quality, complex Serious Injury and Catastrophic Injury claims while progressing their career within a well-established team. The Opportunity You will join an expanding Serious Injury team handling high value and complex Personal Injury matters. The role offers a strong mix of running your own caseload and supporting on more complex, high value claims, alongside opportunities to take on supervisory responsibilities and contribute to the continued growth of the team. Key Responsibilities Managing your own caseload of Serious Injury and Personal Injury claims Assisting on high value, complex and Catastrophic Injury matters Ensuring files are progressed in line with targets and KPIs Supervising, mentoring and supporting junior team members Contributing to the development and reputation of the team About You Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 4-5+ years PQE Strong experience in Personal Injury, including Serious or Catastrophic Injury claims Experience managing a caseload and working to targets and KPIs Familiarity with case management systems Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Excellent communication and client care skills Ability to supervise, coach and mentor junior colleagues Flexible approach with willingness to travel where required Apply If you are a Personal Injury Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with Serious Injury experience looking to progress your career and take on high quality, complex work, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Personal Injury Senior Lawyer (Multi Track Accidents) Are you an accomplished Personal Injury Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career? Join our Multi-Track Accidents team at Thompsons Solicitors and play a key role in progressing high-value, complex accident claims. More about the role As a Senior Lawyer within our Multi-Track Accidents team, you will manage a caseload of complex, high-value multi-track personal injury claims, typically valued between £250,000 and £1,000,000 . These matters arise from a range of serious accidents including road traffic collisions, workplace incidents and public liability claims, and require confident handling from instruction through to resolution. You will be responsible for leading cases from initial investigation through litigation to settlement or trial. This will include developing case strategy, instructing counsel and experts, preparing for and attending JSMs and ADR, and ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and in line with client expectations. The work offers the opportunity to handle substantial claims involving significant injuries and quantum, while maintaining strong client relationships throughout the lifecycle of each case. Alongside managing your own caseload, you will support the wider team by providing technical guidance to junior colleagues, sharing best practice and contributing to maintaining high standards of case quality. You will also work collaboratively with colleagues across the department to support performance and operational objectives. More about you We are keen to hear from qualified solicitors or legal executives with strong experience in multi-track personal injury litigation, particularly those who have handled higher-value accident claims. You will have the confidence and technical ability to manage complex cases valued between £250,000 and £1,000,000 with autonomy, while maintaining excellent standards of client care and file management. You will demonstrate sound litigation judgment, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Experience of supervising or mentoring junior colleagues would be advantageous, as would a collaborative approach and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for clients. What we offer you Contributory pension scheme £4,500 Car Allowance Permanent health insurance Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash) Life assurance 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) 5 days additional leave over Christmas Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Cycle to work scheme Subsidised sports and social club Annual travel and parking loans Financial assistance for professional development Apply today and join a team committed to excellence in serious injury litigation, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by life-changing injuries.
Apr 19, 2026
Full time
Personal Injury Senior Lawyer (Multi Track Accidents) Are you an accomplished Personal Injury Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career? Join our Multi-Track Accidents team at Thompsons Solicitors and play a key role in progressing high-value, complex accident claims. More about the role As a Senior Lawyer within our Multi-Track Accidents team, you will manage a caseload of complex, high-value multi-track personal injury claims, typically valued between £250,000 and £1,000,000 . These matters arise from a range of serious accidents including road traffic collisions, workplace incidents and public liability claims, and require confident handling from instruction through to resolution. You will be responsible for leading cases from initial investigation through litigation to settlement or trial. This will include developing case strategy, instructing counsel and experts, preparing for and attending JSMs and ADR, and ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and in line with client expectations. The work offers the opportunity to handle substantial claims involving significant injuries and quantum, while maintaining strong client relationships throughout the lifecycle of each case. Alongside managing your own caseload, you will support the wider team by providing technical guidance to junior colleagues, sharing best practice and contributing to maintaining high standards of case quality. You will also work collaboratively with colleagues across the department to support performance and operational objectives. More about you We are keen to hear from qualified solicitors or legal executives with strong experience in multi-track personal injury litigation, particularly those who have handled higher-value accident claims. You will have the confidence and technical ability to manage complex cases valued between £250,000 and £1,000,000 with autonomy, while maintaining excellent standards of client care and file management. You will demonstrate sound litigation judgment, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Experience of supervising or mentoring junior colleagues would be advantageous, as would a collaborative approach and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for clients. What we offer you Contributory pension scheme £4,500 Car Allowance Permanent health insurance Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash) Life assurance 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) 5 days additional leave over Christmas Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Cycle to work scheme Subsidised sports and social club Annual travel and parking loans Financial assistance for professional development Apply today and join a team committed to excellence in serious injury litigation, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by life-changing injuries.
Serious Injury Lawyer Are you an experienced Lawyer ready to take the next step in serious injury litigation? Join our Serious Injury Team and play a pivotal role in representing clients with life-changing injuries. The role As a Lawyer in our Serious Injury Team, you will assist on a varied caseload of high-value personal injury claims, typically worth in excess of £1m. These include serious orthopaedic injuries, spinal and brain injuries, amputations, and complex polytrauma injury cases, often arising from road traffic collisions, accidents at work, or public liability incidents. There may be opportunity to run a small caseload of multi-track brain injury cases in addition to the primary role of assisting on high value cases. You will assist on files from instruction to resolution, advising on litigation strategy, liaising directly with clients, experts, and other stakeholders, and progressing cases toward settlement or trial. You will also provide guidance and support to junior lawyers, contributing to the overall development and strength of the team. Who we are looking for We are seeking a qualified solicitor or legal executive with litigation rights, ideally with experience in serious injury litigation and a proven track record of running multi-track cases or assisting on serious injury cases. Experience in catastrophic injury cases is highly desirable. Alongside strong technical knowledge, you will have excellent negotiation and communication skills, the ability to manage a significant caseload, and a client-focused approach that ensures individuals receive the highest standard of service. You'll need: Proven experience handling serious injury claims Strong litigation and case management skills The ability to work independently whilst supporting junior colleagues Excellent communication and organisational skills A commitment to achieving outstanding outcomes for clients What we offer you Contributory pension scheme £4,000 Car Allowance Permanent health insurance Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash) Life assurance 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) 5 days additional leave over Christmas Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Cycle to work scheme Subsidised sports and social club Annual travel and parking loans Financial assistance for professional development Apply today and join a team committed to excellence in serious injury litigation, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by life-changing injuries.
Apr 19, 2026
Full time
Serious Injury Lawyer Are you an experienced Lawyer ready to take the next step in serious injury litigation? Join our Serious Injury Team and play a pivotal role in representing clients with life-changing injuries. The role As a Lawyer in our Serious Injury Team, you will assist on a varied caseload of high-value personal injury claims, typically worth in excess of £1m. These include serious orthopaedic injuries, spinal and brain injuries, amputations, and complex polytrauma injury cases, often arising from road traffic collisions, accidents at work, or public liability incidents. There may be opportunity to run a small caseload of multi-track brain injury cases in addition to the primary role of assisting on high value cases. You will assist on files from instruction to resolution, advising on litigation strategy, liaising directly with clients, experts, and other stakeholders, and progressing cases toward settlement or trial. You will also provide guidance and support to junior lawyers, contributing to the overall development and strength of the team. Who we are looking for We are seeking a qualified solicitor or legal executive with litigation rights, ideally with experience in serious injury litigation and a proven track record of running multi-track cases or assisting on serious injury cases. Experience in catastrophic injury cases is highly desirable. Alongside strong technical knowledge, you will have excellent negotiation and communication skills, the ability to manage a significant caseload, and a client-focused approach that ensures individuals receive the highest standard of service. You'll need: Proven experience handling serious injury claims Strong litigation and case management skills The ability to work independently whilst supporting junior colleagues Excellent communication and organisational skills A commitment to achieving outstanding outcomes for clients What we offer you Contributory pension scheme £4,000 Car Allowance Permanent health insurance Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash) Life assurance 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) 5 days additional leave over Christmas Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Cycle to work scheme Subsidised sports and social club Annual travel and parking loans Financial assistance for professional development Apply today and join a team committed to excellence in serious injury litigation, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by life-changing injuries.
Serious Injury Solicitor A Serious Injury Solicitor or Legal Executive is wanted for an excellent opportunity with a Top 100 law firm based in Leeds. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. My client is an award winning, national law firm with an enviable reputation in the market. Due to continued growth and expansion they are looking to recruit a dedicated and experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their Tier 1 ranked Claimant Serious Injury team. The team supports and advises adults and children who have sustained brain, spinal cord or other serious, life changing injuries. There will also be fatal cases. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of complex serious injury and fatal claims from initial instruction through to settlement or trial. Investigate liability, obtain expert evidence, and develop case strategies for high-value claims. Work closely with clients and their families, providing clear advice and compassionate support throughout the litigation process. Instruct and liaise with counsel, medical experts, and rehabilitation professionals. Engage with insurers and defendant solicitors to negotiate settlements where appropriate. Ensure compliance with relevant procedural rules, regulatory obligations, and firm policies. Train and mentor junior colleagues in the team. Applications are invited from experienced Solicitors/Legal Executives and you will have proven experience handling or assisting on complex, high-value personal injury claims. You will have excellent client care and communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting individuals who have suffered life-changing injuries. Benefits: This is an outstanding opportunity to join a Top 100 firm that offers a great work-life balance and fabulous benefits, including: Company pension scheme Option to buy extra holidays Flexible working hours/remote working Performance related bonus scheme Private healthcare Employee Assistance Programme including counselling, legal and consumer advice service Volunteering days This is an exciting opportunity to work within a nationally recognised team that is widely respected for its expertise in catastrophic injury litigation. If this position is of interest you can apply online for immediate consideration or call for more information.
Apr 18, 2026
Full time
Serious Injury Solicitor A Serious Injury Solicitor or Legal Executive is wanted for an excellent opportunity with a Top 100 law firm based in Leeds. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. My client is an award winning, national law firm with an enviable reputation in the market. Due to continued growth and expansion they are looking to recruit a dedicated and experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their Tier 1 ranked Claimant Serious Injury team. The team supports and advises adults and children who have sustained brain, spinal cord or other serious, life changing injuries. There will also be fatal cases. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of complex serious injury and fatal claims from initial instruction through to settlement or trial. Investigate liability, obtain expert evidence, and develop case strategies for high-value claims. Work closely with clients and their families, providing clear advice and compassionate support throughout the litigation process. Instruct and liaise with counsel, medical experts, and rehabilitation professionals. Engage with insurers and defendant solicitors to negotiate settlements where appropriate. Ensure compliance with relevant procedural rules, regulatory obligations, and firm policies. Train and mentor junior colleagues in the team. Applications are invited from experienced Solicitors/Legal Executives and you will have proven experience handling or assisting on complex, high-value personal injury claims. You will have excellent client care and communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting individuals who have suffered life-changing injuries. Benefits: This is an outstanding opportunity to join a Top 100 firm that offers a great work-life balance and fabulous benefits, including: Company pension scheme Option to buy extra holidays Flexible working hours/remote working Performance related bonus scheme Private healthcare Employee Assistance Programme including counselling, legal and consumer advice service Volunteering days This is an exciting opportunity to work within a nationally recognised team that is widely respected for its expertise in catastrophic injury litigation. If this position is of interest you can apply online for immediate consideration or call for more information.
Job Title: Project Manager Location: Sharston, Manchester, M22 4SN Salary : £50,000 - £60,000 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award winning, no win no fee law firm specialising exclusively in personal injury claims. Headquartered in Manchester, we support clients nationwide across all areas of personal injury, including employers' liability, serious injury, clinical negligence, occupiers' and public liability, road traffic accidents and industrial disease. We are ranked 64th in The Lawyer UK Top 200, out of more than 10,000 law firms nationwide, and after achieving a 20% year on year growth, Express Solicitors are the largest personal injury claimant firm in the UK. Our commitment to outstanding client care is reflected in our Trustpilot rating of 4.8 (Excellent), placing us among the highest rated firms in the sector. The Role We are looking to appoint a Project Manager to join our expanding Personal Injury law firm. The Project Manager will play a key role in the delivery of both system and operational projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery with minimal disruption to business as usual. Working primarily with the Development Manager and Business Analyst along with the wider Development, Operations and Training teams, the Project Manager will be involved in the full project lifecycle. This is a new role and therefore the right candidate will have the opportunity to bring their own ideas and methodologies for the efficient management of projects, resources and budgets. Responsibilities Scoping of projects from a resource focus following initial scope by the Business Analyst and relevant stakeholder. Management of project roadmaps and resource allocation. Co-ordination of meetings with relevant parties throughout the project lifecycle. Development and maintenance of project RAID logs. Budget tracking. Communication and reporting to project stakeholders and senior management. Change Management. Selection and maintenance of suitable project tracking software. Person Specification A minimum of 3 years' experience as a Project Manager within the legal sector or professional services. Project management qualifications (e.g. PRINCE2, APM) or an MBA are highly desirable. Strong IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) required. A general understanding of workflow/software development and roll out processes is desired. An understanding of legal processes and terminology would be advantageous. Excellent communication and influencing skills, strong organisational ability, and the capacity to work under pressure. Strong commercial understanding. Experience of helping manage change in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical skills with the ability to implement practical, effective solutions. Salary & Hours Salary of £50,000 - £60,000, dependent on experience Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Project Manager, Legal Project Manager, Professional Services PM, Business Change Project Manager, Operations Project Manager, Systems Project Manager, Business Change Manager, Legal Operations Manager, IT Project Manager, Workflow Implementation Manager, Process Improvement Manager, Implementation Project Manager may also be considered for this role.
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Manager Location: Sharston, Manchester, M22 4SN Salary : £50,000 - £60,000 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award winning, no win no fee law firm specialising exclusively in personal injury claims. Headquartered in Manchester, we support clients nationwide across all areas of personal injury, including employers' liability, serious injury, clinical negligence, occupiers' and public liability, road traffic accidents and industrial disease. We are ranked 64th in The Lawyer UK Top 200, out of more than 10,000 law firms nationwide, and after achieving a 20% year on year growth, Express Solicitors are the largest personal injury claimant firm in the UK. Our commitment to outstanding client care is reflected in our Trustpilot rating of 4.8 (Excellent), placing us among the highest rated firms in the sector. The Role We are looking to appoint a Project Manager to join our expanding Personal Injury law firm. The Project Manager will play a key role in the delivery of both system and operational projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery with minimal disruption to business as usual. Working primarily with the Development Manager and Business Analyst along with the wider Development, Operations and Training teams, the Project Manager will be involved in the full project lifecycle. This is a new role and therefore the right candidate will have the opportunity to bring their own ideas and methodologies for the efficient management of projects, resources and budgets. Responsibilities Scoping of projects from a resource focus following initial scope by the Business Analyst and relevant stakeholder. Management of project roadmaps and resource allocation. Co-ordination of meetings with relevant parties throughout the project lifecycle. Development and maintenance of project RAID logs. Budget tracking. Communication and reporting to project stakeholders and senior management. Change Management. Selection and maintenance of suitable project tracking software. Person Specification A minimum of 3 years' experience as a Project Manager within the legal sector or professional services. Project management qualifications (e.g. PRINCE2, APM) or an MBA are highly desirable. Strong IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) required. A general understanding of workflow/software development and roll out processes is desired. An understanding of legal processes and terminology would be advantageous. Excellent communication and influencing skills, strong organisational ability, and the capacity to work under pressure. Strong commercial understanding. Experience of helping manage change in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical skills with the ability to implement practical, effective solutions. Salary & Hours Salary of £50,000 - £60,000, dependent on experience Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Project Manager, Legal Project Manager, Professional Services PM, Business Change Project Manager, Operations Project Manager, Systems Project Manager, Business Change Manager, Legal Operations Manager, IT Project Manager, Workflow Implementation Manager, Process Improvement Manager, Implementation Project Manager may also be considered for this role.
Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Manchester, Lancashire
Serious Injury Solicitor A Serious Injury Solicitor or Legal Executive is wanted for an excellent opportunity with a Top 100 law firm based in Manchester. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. My client is an award winning, national law firm with an enviable reputation in the market. Due to continued growth and expansion they are looking to recruit a dedicated and experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their Tier 1 ranked Claimant Serious Injury team. The team supports and advises adults and children who have sustained brain, spinal cord or other serious, life changing injuries. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of complex serious injury claims from initial instruction through to settlement or trial. Investigate liability, obtain expert evidence, and develop case strategies for high-value claims. Work closely with clients and their families, providing clear advice and compassionate support throughout the litigation process. Instruct and liaise with counsel, medical experts, and rehabilitation professionals. Engage with insurers and defendant solicitors to negotiate settlements where appropriate. Ensure compliance with relevant procedural rules, regulatory obligations, and firm policies. Train and mentor junior colleagues in the team. Applications are invited from experienced Solicitors/Legal Executives and you will have proven experience handling or assisting on complex, high-value personal injury claims. You will have excellent client care and communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting individuals who have suffered life-changing injuries. Benefits: This is an outstanding opportunity to join a Top 100 firm that offers a great work-life balance and fabulous benefits, including: Company pension scheme Option to buy extra holidays Flexible working hours/remote working Performance related bonus scheme Private healthcare Employee Assistance Programme including counselling, legal and consumer advice service Volunteering days This is an exciting opportunity to work within a nationally recognised team that is widely respected for its expertise in catastrophic injury litigation. If this position is of interest you can apply online for immediate consideration or call for more information.
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
Serious Injury Solicitor A Serious Injury Solicitor or Legal Executive is wanted for an excellent opportunity with a Top 100 law firm based in Manchester. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. My client is an award winning, national law firm with an enviable reputation in the market. Due to continued growth and expansion they are looking to recruit a dedicated and experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their Tier 1 ranked Claimant Serious Injury team. The team supports and advises adults and children who have sustained brain, spinal cord or other serious, life changing injuries. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of complex serious injury claims from initial instruction through to settlement or trial. Investigate liability, obtain expert evidence, and develop case strategies for high-value claims. Work closely with clients and their families, providing clear advice and compassionate support throughout the litigation process. Instruct and liaise with counsel, medical experts, and rehabilitation professionals. Engage with insurers and defendant solicitors to negotiate settlements where appropriate. Ensure compliance with relevant procedural rules, regulatory obligations, and firm policies. Train and mentor junior colleagues in the team. Applications are invited from experienced Solicitors/Legal Executives and you will have proven experience handling or assisting on complex, high-value personal injury claims. You will have excellent client care and communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting individuals who have suffered life-changing injuries. Benefits: This is an outstanding opportunity to join a Top 100 firm that offers a great work-life balance and fabulous benefits, including: Company pension scheme Option to buy extra holidays Flexible working hours/remote working Performance related bonus scheme Private healthcare Employee Assistance Programme including counselling, legal and consumer advice service Volunteering days This is an exciting opportunity to work within a nationally recognised team that is widely respected for its expertise in catastrophic injury litigation. If this position is of interest you can apply online for immediate consideration or call for more information.
Serious Injury Fee Earner/Solicitor - RTA (Claimant) - GradeC Are you an experienced Personal Injury professional looking to take the next step in your career? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded and forward-thinking law firm, handling a quality caseload of serious injury matters and making a genuine difference to clients' lives. The Role You will manage a caseload of predominantly RTA-based serious injury claims valued up to £50,000, supporting clients who have experienced life-changing events. This role offers a strong blend of technical legal work and client interaction, giving you real ownership of your cases from start to finish. Key Responsibilities Deliver exceptional client care to individuals who have suffered traumatic injuries Maintain regular contact with clients, including face-to-face meetings Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team of experts including medical professionals, case managers, care experts, and counsel Analyse evidence and advise on liability, causation, and quantum Draft key legal documents such as witness statements, pleadings, and schedules of loss Secure early interim payments and appropriate rehabilitation support Progress claims efficiently to achieve the best possible settlement outcomes Manage cases using a task-based case management system Contribute to the growth and profile of the department About You Essential: Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEx (or equivalent experience at Grade C level) Strong background in personal injury litigation Excellent communication and negotiation skills Ability to manage a caseload in a fast-paced, target-driven environment High attention to detail and strong organisational skills Proficient in case management systems, Microsoft Excel, and Word Desirable: Experience handling serious injury claims A proactive approach to career development and professional profile building A collaborative team player with a positive and resilient attitude What's on Offer Competitive salary with clear progression opportunities Exposure to high-quality, complex injury work Ongoing training and development to support your career growth Opportunities to move across departments and broaden your expertise A supportive and inclusive working environment Additional Information Occasional travel may be required to meet clients and attend conferences with experts and counsel The firm is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds 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).
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
Serious Injury Fee Earner/Solicitor - RTA (Claimant) - GradeC Are you an experienced Personal Injury professional looking to take the next step in your career? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded and forward-thinking law firm, handling a quality caseload of serious injury matters and making a genuine difference to clients' lives. The Role You will manage a caseload of predominantly RTA-based serious injury claims valued up to £50,000, supporting clients who have experienced life-changing events. This role offers a strong blend of technical legal work and client interaction, giving you real ownership of your cases from start to finish. Key Responsibilities Deliver exceptional client care to individuals who have suffered traumatic injuries Maintain regular contact with clients, including face-to-face meetings Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team of experts including medical professionals, case managers, care experts, and counsel Analyse evidence and advise on liability, causation, and quantum Draft key legal documents such as witness statements, pleadings, and schedules of loss Secure early interim payments and appropriate rehabilitation support Progress claims efficiently to achieve the best possible settlement outcomes Manage cases using a task-based case management system Contribute to the growth and profile of the department About You Essential: Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEx (or equivalent experience at Grade C level) Strong background in personal injury litigation Excellent communication and negotiation skills Ability to manage a caseload in a fast-paced, target-driven environment High attention to detail and strong organisational skills Proficient in case management systems, Microsoft Excel, and Word Desirable: Experience handling serious injury claims A proactive approach to career development and professional profile building A collaborative team player with a positive and resilient attitude What's on Offer Competitive salary with clear progression opportunities Exposure to high-quality, complex injury work Ongoing training and development to support your career growth Opportunities to move across departments and broaden your expertise A supportive and inclusive working environment Additional Information Occasional travel may be required to meet clients and attend conferences with experts and counsel The firm is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds 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).
Personal Injury Solicitor - York About the Role: A highly reputable law firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor to join its Personal Injury department. This role is focused on providing exceptional legal advice, assistance and representation to clients within the Claimant catastrophic injury and clinical negligence section. Job Title: Solicitor Department: Personal Injury Location: Clifton Moor office (Hybrid/Remote working options available) Key Responsibilities: Provide expert legal advice on catastrophic injury and medical negligence claims, including spinal cord and brain injuries, cerebral palsy cases, fatal accidents, claims against hospitals and other serious injuries. Review medical records, negotiate settlements, issue proceedings, instruct counsel and obtain witness statements to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients. Deliver empathetic and understanding client care, particularly for vulnerable clients. Participate in successful business development and marketing initiatives to grow the practice. Requirements: Solid Clinical Personal Injury background with ideally 3-8 years of experience. A positive, commercial approach to delivering legal advice. Ability to quickly fit in with the team and develop strong relationships with clients. Superb levels of client care with an empathetic and understanding approach. Experience in business development and marketing initiatives. Work-Life Balance: The firm understands the importance of work-life balance and offers flexible working hours. They operate on a hybrid basis and can also consider fully remote working for the right candidate. Application Process: If you are a dedicated Clinical Negligence Solicitor looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, this role could be perfect for you. For more information and to apply, please contact Dan Legal directly.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Personal Injury Solicitor - York About the Role: A highly reputable law firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor to join its Personal Injury department. This role is focused on providing exceptional legal advice, assistance and representation to clients within the Claimant catastrophic injury and clinical negligence section. Job Title: Solicitor Department: Personal Injury Location: Clifton Moor office (Hybrid/Remote working options available) Key Responsibilities: Provide expert legal advice on catastrophic injury and medical negligence claims, including spinal cord and brain injuries, cerebral palsy cases, fatal accidents, claims against hospitals and other serious injuries. Review medical records, negotiate settlements, issue proceedings, instruct counsel and obtain witness statements to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients. Deliver empathetic and understanding client care, particularly for vulnerable clients. Participate in successful business development and marketing initiatives to grow the practice. Requirements: Solid Clinical Personal Injury background with ideally 3-8 years of experience. A positive, commercial approach to delivering legal advice. Ability to quickly fit in with the team and develop strong relationships with clients. Superb levels of client care with an empathetic and understanding approach. Experience in business development and marketing initiatives. Work-Life Balance: The firm understands the importance of work-life balance and offers flexible working hours. They operate on a hybrid basis and can also consider fully remote working for the right candidate. Application Process: If you are a dedicated Clinical Negligence Solicitor looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, this role could be perfect for you. For more information and to apply, please contact Dan Legal directly.
Catastrophic Injury Associate - Bristol An opportunity has arisen with a highly respected global law firm known for its strength in complex defendant litigation. The Bristol office is looking to recruit an Associate into its specialist catastrophic injury practice, acting for major insurers and large corporate organisations on substantial and sensitive claims. The Opportunity You will become part of a well-established team dealing with serious injury matters of significant value and complexity. The position will involve: Running a caseload of high-value catastrophic injury claims with appropriate supervision Handling cases involving motor, employers' liability and public liability issues Supporting senior lawyers on multi-million pound litigation and contributing to case tactics Building and maintaining relationships with insurer and corporate clients Candidate Profile A minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience in serious injury litigation Solid defendant personal injury experience across a range of liability matters Exposure to complex, high-value claims A team-focused approach and strong technical capability The Firm This is a chance to join an international practice with an excellent reputation in the insurance sector. You will gain hands-on involvement in some of the most significant catastrophic injury claims in the market, within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. For further information or a confidential conversation, please contact Loraine Silvester at G2 Legal, or submit your application for consideration.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Catastrophic Injury Associate - Bristol An opportunity has arisen with a highly respected global law firm known for its strength in complex defendant litigation. The Bristol office is looking to recruit an Associate into its specialist catastrophic injury practice, acting for major insurers and large corporate organisations on substantial and sensitive claims. The Opportunity You will become part of a well-established team dealing with serious injury matters of significant value and complexity. The position will involve: Running a caseload of high-value catastrophic injury claims with appropriate supervision Handling cases involving motor, employers' liability and public liability issues Supporting senior lawyers on multi-million pound litigation and contributing to case tactics Building and maintaining relationships with insurer and corporate clients Candidate Profile A minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience in serious injury litigation Solid defendant personal injury experience across a range of liability matters Exposure to complex, high-value claims A team-focused approach and strong technical capability The Firm This is a chance to join an international practice with an excellent reputation in the insurance sector. You will gain hands-on involvement in some of the most significant catastrophic injury claims in the market, within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. For further information or a confidential conversation, please contact Loraine Silvester at G2 Legal, or submit your application for consideration.
Military Injury Solicitor (2-8 PQE) National Law Firm Highly Regarded Team Career-Defining Work I'm currently working with a leading national law firm with a genuinely people-first culture, as they look to strengthen their highly regarded Military Injury Compensation team. This is a standout opportunity for a personal injury or civil litigation solicitor who's looking to move into a specialist, high-profile area of law where the work is not only complex, but truly meaningful. You'll be joining a nationally recognised team acting for service personnel and their families in life-changing claims against the Ministry of Defence. The work is varied and impactful, covering matters such as noise induced hearing loss, bullying and harassment, and serious injury claims. You'll work closely with an exceptionally experienced senior solicitor (25+ years in the field), gaining exposure to high-value, complex litigation while also developing your own caseload. What you'll be doing: Managing your own caseload of military injury claims from start to finish Supporting on complex, high-value litigation Working closely with a senior specialist in this niche area Contributing to business development and the continued growth of the team Delivering a high standard of client care in sensitive and often challenging cases What they're looking for: 2-8 years PQE with experience in personal injury, serious injury, or civil litigation A genuine interest in claimant work and supporting vulnerable clients Strong organisational and analytical skills A proactive, self-starting approach with the ability to manage your own workload A team-focused mindset with good commercial awareness Why consider this role? Opportunity to specialise in a unique and rewarding area of law Work alongside a recognised expert in military claims Join a supportive, inclusive and collaborative culture Be part of a firm that genuinely values flexibility and individual working styles Clear scope for progression within a growing and successful team Benefits - What They Can Offer You 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside their Digital GP services. They also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported.? This includes a programme which gives their colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your expertise, work on high-quality matters, and make a real difference to clients' lives, this is well worth a conversation. If you are looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to work for a leading firm that truly value their employee's development, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to (url removed) or call Chris on (phone number removed) for an informal discussion. Additionally, refer a friend or colleague to us and receive £500 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a new career. Terms apply. Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and In House departments across the UK. Based in the North West, our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market, and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience. You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success. Take a look at our web site (url removed) for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Military Injury Solicitor (2-8 PQE) National Law Firm Highly Regarded Team Career-Defining Work I'm currently working with a leading national law firm with a genuinely people-first culture, as they look to strengthen their highly regarded Military Injury Compensation team. This is a standout opportunity for a personal injury or civil litigation solicitor who's looking to move into a specialist, high-profile area of law where the work is not only complex, but truly meaningful. You'll be joining a nationally recognised team acting for service personnel and their families in life-changing claims against the Ministry of Defence. The work is varied and impactful, covering matters such as noise induced hearing loss, bullying and harassment, and serious injury claims. You'll work closely with an exceptionally experienced senior solicitor (25+ years in the field), gaining exposure to high-value, complex litigation while also developing your own caseload. What you'll be doing: Managing your own caseload of military injury claims from start to finish Supporting on complex, high-value litigation Working closely with a senior specialist in this niche area Contributing to business development and the continued growth of the team Delivering a high standard of client care in sensitive and often challenging cases What they're looking for: 2-8 years PQE with experience in personal injury, serious injury, or civil litigation A genuine interest in claimant work and supporting vulnerable clients Strong organisational and analytical skills A proactive, self-starting approach with the ability to manage your own workload A team-focused mindset with good commercial awareness Why consider this role? Opportunity to specialise in a unique and rewarding area of law Work alongside a recognised expert in military claims Join a supportive, inclusive and collaborative culture Be part of a firm that genuinely values flexibility and individual working styles Clear scope for progression within a growing and successful team Benefits - What They Can Offer You 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside their Digital GP services. They also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported.? This includes a programme which gives their colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your expertise, work on high-quality matters, and make a real difference to clients' lives, this is well worth a conversation. If you are looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to work for a leading firm that truly value their employee's development, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to (url removed) or call Chris on (phone number removed) for an informal discussion. Additionally, refer a friend or colleague to us and receive £500 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a new career. Terms apply. Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and In House departments across the UK. Based in the North West, our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market, and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience. You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success. Take a look at our web site (url removed) for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies.
A national law firm is seeking an Assistant Solicitor for its Serious Injury team in Liverpool. You will provide exceptional legal advice to clients facing serious injuries, manage your own caseload, and support senior team members. Ideal candidates have 0-4 years PQE, strong commercial acumen, and a passion for Personal Injury Law. The role offers a chance to positively impact clients' lives while mentoring colleagues. Join a diverse firm and enjoy comprehensive benefits including 25 days holiday and flexible work arrangements.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
A national law firm is seeking an Assistant Solicitor for its Serious Injury team in Liverpool. You will provide exceptional legal advice to clients facing serious injuries, manage your own caseload, and support senior team members. Ideal candidates have 0-4 years PQE, strong commercial acumen, and a passion for Personal Injury Law. The role offers a chance to positively impact clients' lives while mentoring colleagues. Join a diverse firm and enjoy comprehensive benefits including 25 days holiday and flexible work arrangements.
Sue Ross Legal are recruiting for a Multi-Track Personal Injury Fee Earner. Our client is a top 100 UK law firm with a renowned reputation; Due to a period of continued growth, the firm are actively seeking dedicated, and ambitious lawyers, (whether qualified solicitors or unqualified fee earners) to take on a varied caseload of high value serious and catastrophic injury cases from start to finish, predominantly litigated RTA based. Subject to experience, you will oversee cases valued between £25,000 and £50,000, £50,000, and £250,000, £250,000 to £1,000,000 or £1,000,000+. Duties: You will be responsible for delivering excellent client care to clients who have suffered from a traumatic and life changing event. Conduct regular technical and case reviews, providing feedback and mentoring as required. Regular communication and meetings with your client. Instructions and meetings with a multi-disciplinary team of experts for example, medical experts, case managers, care experts, architects, forensic accountants, counsel. Analysis of evidence and research of legal issues on liability, causation, and quantum. Drafting documents including statements, pleadings, and schedules of loss. Securing early interim payments and appropriate rehabilitation. Optimising your client s settlement. Ability to work with a task-based case management system to ensure regular contact is maintained with all clients, providing exceptional customer service, and managing their expectations. Raising awareness of the department and developing your professional profile. Support your Team Leader in the supervision, mentoring and development of junior members of the team as appropriate, ensuring clear objectives and KPIs are followed, performance issues are actively managed and development plans are in place in accordance with company policy. Perform to a high level in a target orientated environment. To undertake any other tasks as deemed relevant and reasonable by the business. Person Specification Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEx with a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience or can demonstrate equivalent experience to charge and recover appropriate rates. Proven track record of dealing with serious injury claims; an experienced litigator with strong technical ability and practical knowledge of the court procedures. Commitment to delivering excellent client care for each of our clients. Excellent communication skills to include negotiation and objection handling. Accountable for achieving objectives in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining high standards of work quality and client care. Competent working with a case management system and good knowledge of Excel and Word. Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Maintains a positive attitude, self-motivated and uses own initiative. Robust - able to deal with changing circumstances and challenging situations whilst still achieving objectives. Your KPI s and Objectives will be discussed and agreed with you on a one-to-one basis. You will have regular one-to-one meetings with your line manager to review your performance against these objectives and identify any areas for development and/or required support. Although you will be handling a claimant caseload, our client will look at candidates from either claimant or defendant backgrounds. This is an excellent opportunity to join an esteemed firm that believes in staff progression, offers high levels of flexibility, and supports agile working. The organisation will offer you the following employment benefits package: 25 to 30 days holiday + bank holidays Company bonus scheme Enhanced pension scheme Permanent Health Insurance Free eye tests Enhanced adoption leave, maternity & paternity pay Reward & recognition long service, prize draw, incentives Life insurance Free parking (if/when in office) For more information about the above vacancy or for a confidential chat about our other vacancies throughout Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, the Northwest, and the Northeast, please send your details to us and one of our dedicated legal consultants will contact you. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within 72 hours that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles and wish you the very best in your search for employment.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Sue Ross Legal are recruiting for a Multi-Track Personal Injury Fee Earner. Our client is a top 100 UK law firm with a renowned reputation; Due to a period of continued growth, the firm are actively seeking dedicated, and ambitious lawyers, (whether qualified solicitors or unqualified fee earners) to take on a varied caseload of high value serious and catastrophic injury cases from start to finish, predominantly litigated RTA based. Subject to experience, you will oversee cases valued between £25,000 and £50,000, £50,000, and £250,000, £250,000 to £1,000,000 or £1,000,000+. Duties: You will be responsible for delivering excellent client care to clients who have suffered from a traumatic and life changing event. Conduct regular technical and case reviews, providing feedback and mentoring as required. Regular communication and meetings with your client. Instructions and meetings with a multi-disciplinary team of experts for example, medical experts, case managers, care experts, architects, forensic accountants, counsel. Analysis of evidence and research of legal issues on liability, causation, and quantum. Drafting documents including statements, pleadings, and schedules of loss. Securing early interim payments and appropriate rehabilitation. Optimising your client s settlement. Ability to work with a task-based case management system to ensure regular contact is maintained with all clients, providing exceptional customer service, and managing their expectations. Raising awareness of the department and developing your professional profile. Support your Team Leader in the supervision, mentoring and development of junior members of the team as appropriate, ensuring clear objectives and KPIs are followed, performance issues are actively managed and development plans are in place in accordance with company policy. Perform to a high level in a target orientated environment. To undertake any other tasks as deemed relevant and reasonable by the business. Person Specification Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEx with a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience or can demonstrate equivalent experience to charge and recover appropriate rates. Proven track record of dealing with serious injury claims; an experienced litigator with strong technical ability and practical knowledge of the court procedures. Commitment to delivering excellent client care for each of our clients. Excellent communication skills to include negotiation and objection handling. Accountable for achieving objectives in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining high standards of work quality and client care. Competent working with a case management system and good knowledge of Excel and Word. Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Maintains a positive attitude, self-motivated and uses own initiative. Robust - able to deal with changing circumstances and challenging situations whilst still achieving objectives. Your KPI s and Objectives will be discussed and agreed with you on a one-to-one basis. You will have regular one-to-one meetings with your line manager to review your performance against these objectives and identify any areas for development and/or required support. Although you will be handling a claimant caseload, our client will look at candidates from either claimant or defendant backgrounds. This is an excellent opportunity to join an esteemed firm that believes in staff progression, offers high levels of flexibility, and supports agile working. The organisation will offer you the following employment benefits package: 25 to 30 days holiday + bank holidays Company bonus scheme Enhanced pension scheme Permanent Health Insurance Free eye tests Enhanced adoption leave, maternity & paternity pay Reward & recognition long service, prize draw, incentives Life insurance Free parking (if/when in office) For more information about the above vacancy or for a confidential chat about our other vacancies throughout Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, the Northwest, and the Northeast, please send your details to us and one of our dedicated legal consultants will contact you. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within 72 hours that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles and wish you the very best in your search for employment.
Your New Firm Our client is a highly respected regional law firm recognised for its quality of work in catastrophic injury, personal injury and medical negligence. The firm has a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client care and achieving life-changing outcomes for individuals affected by serious and complex injuries.The Personal Injury offering sits within a wider Injury and Medical Negligence group, known for handling high-value, technically challenging cases and providing holistic support throughout the entire rehabilitation journey. The team is collaborative, supportive, and genuinely committed to long-term career development for its lawyers. Your New Role This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist Serious Injury team as an Associate. You will work on a caseload centred on complex, high-value personal injury matters, with a particular focus on traumatic brain injury (adult and child), complex orthopaedic injuries, and fatal incident/inquest work.In this role, you will manage and progress serious injury claims involving long-term rehabilitation needs and complex liability and quantum issues. You will work collaboratively within small sub-teams, sharing responsibility for moving high-value files forward and ensuring continuity across multi-year cases. You will provide clear, supportive and empathetic guidance to vulnerable clients and their families, often during extremely challenging circumstances. Alongside this, you will contribute to case strategy, assist with evidence gathering, liaise with experts and engage in negotiations. You will also play a key part in maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring a consistently high-quality service across all matters. What You'll Need to Succeed Ideally, you will be a solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum of two years' experience in personal injury, including exposure to serious or catastrophic injury work. You will bring proven experience in traumatic brain injury claims, along with strong technical ability, excellent attention to detail and confidence handling complex litigation tasks. You will be naturally empathetic, calm under pressure and effective when supporting vulnerable clients and their families. A collaborative approach is essential, along with the ability to contribute positively within a team-led model of case management. You should be proactive, highly organised and confident taking ownership of your work while operating as part of a wider group. The team is also open to candidates with broader personal injury backgrounds who can demonstrate the necessary skills and a genuine motivation to specialise in serious injury. What You'll Get in Return You will join a highly regarded and technically strong team that offers exposure to high-value, complex catastrophic injury work, together with a supportive and genuinely collaborative working culture where teamwork is central to how cases are progressed. The firm is committed to long-term career development and provides clear opportunities for progression, alongside hybrid working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, with a typical expectation of three days per week in the office. The team is open to considering candidates from the surrounding regions as well as those interested in relocating to the South Coast. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role or would like a confidential discussion about your experience, please get in touch. We would expect a lawyer with the stated PQE to have gained the relevant experience, but we welcome applications from those with more or less PQE who can demonstrate the required skills and capabilities. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Your New Firm Our client is a highly respected regional law firm recognised for its quality of work in catastrophic injury, personal injury and medical negligence. The firm has a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client care and achieving life-changing outcomes for individuals affected by serious and complex injuries.The Personal Injury offering sits within a wider Injury and Medical Negligence group, known for handling high-value, technically challenging cases and providing holistic support throughout the entire rehabilitation journey. The team is collaborative, supportive, and genuinely committed to long-term career development for its lawyers. Your New Role This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist Serious Injury team as an Associate. You will work on a caseload centred on complex, high-value personal injury matters, with a particular focus on traumatic brain injury (adult and child), complex orthopaedic injuries, and fatal incident/inquest work.In this role, you will manage and progress serious injury claims involving long-term rehabilitation needs and complex liability and quantum issues. You will work collaboratively within small sub-teams, sharing responsibility for moving high-value files forward and ensuring continuity across multi-year cases. You will provide clear, supportive and empathetic guidance to vulnerable clients and their families, often during extremely challenging circumstances. Alongside this, you will contribute to case strategy, assist with evidence gathering, liaise with experts and engage in negotiations. You will also play a key part in maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring a consistently high-quality service across all matters. What You'll Need to Succeed Ideally, you will be a solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum of two years' experience in personal injury, including exposure to serious or catastrophic injury work. You will bring proven experience in traumatic brain injury claims, along with strong technical ability, excellent attention to detail and confidence handling complex litigation tasks. You will be naturally empathetic, calm under pressure and effective when supporting vulnerable clients and their families. A collaborative approach is essential, along with the ability to contribute positively within a team-led model of case management. You should be proactive, highly organised and confident taking ownership of your work while operating as part of a wider group. The team is also open to candidates with broader personal injury backgrounds who can demonstrate the necessary skills and a genuine motivation to specialise in serious injury. What You'll Get in Return You will join a highly regarded and technically strong team that offers exposure to high-value, complex catastrophic injury work, together with a supportive and genuinely collaborative working culture where teamwork is central to how cases are progressed. The firm is committed to long-term career development and provides clear opportunities for progression, alongside hybrid working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, with a typical expectation of three days per week in the office. The team is open to considering candidates from the surrounding regions as well as those interested in relocating to the South Coast. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role or would like a confidential discussion about your experience, please get in touch. We would expect a lawyer with the stated PQE to have gained the relevant experience, but we welcome applications from those with more or less PQE who can demonstrate the required skills and capabilities. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
We are seeking a Serious Injury Solicitor to join our client, a highly regarded personal injury law firm in Salford Quays. The role requires expertise in handling serious injury cases and a commitment to delivering excellent client care. Client Details Our client is a highly regarded personal injury law firm with offices in Salford Quays. They specialise in complex, high value serious injury cases as well as clinical negligence matters, partnering with a number of national charities. Due to continued growth they are looking for a number of serious injury solicitors/fee earners at various levels. Description As a Serious Injury Solicitor your duties will include: Manage a varied caseload of serious injury claims from inception to settlement. Provide expert legal advice to clients, ensuring their best interests are represented. Draft legal documents and correspondence related to serious injury cases. Negotiate settlements and liaise with third parties, insurers, and medical professionals. Conduct legal research to support case strategies and outcomes. Ensure compliance with relevant and regulatory frameworks. Maintain accurate and detailed case records. Contribute to the development of the department's best practices and procedures. Profile A successful Serious Injury Solicitor should have: A qualified solicitor status with a specialism in serious injury or personal injury law. Proven ability to manage a complex caseload effectively. Strong negotiation and client communication skills. Familiarity with research tools and techniques. A keen eye for detail and a thorough understanding of documentation. Commitment to maintaining professional and ethical standards. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £42,000 to £52,000 per annum. Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance. Attractive bonus scheme based on performance.
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a Serious Injury Solicitor to join our client, a highly regarded personal injury law firm in Salford Quays. The role requires expertise in handling serious injury cases and a commitment to delivering excellent client care. Client Details Our client is a highly regarded personal injury law firm with offices in Salford Quays. They specialise in complex, high value serious injury cases as well as clinical negligence matters, partnering with a number of national charities. Due to continued growth they are looking for a number of serious injury solicitors/fee earners at various levels. Description As a Serious Injury Solicitor your duties will include: Manage a varied caseload of serious injury claims from inception to settlement. Provide expert legal advice to clients, ensuring their best interests are represented. Draft legal documents and correspondence related to serious injury cases. Negotiate settlements and liaise with third parties, insurers, and medical professionals. Conduct legal research to support case strategies and outcomes. Ensure compliance with relevant and regulatory frameworks. Maintain accurate and detailed case records. Contribute to the development of the department's best practices and procedures. Profile A successful Serious Injury Solicitor should have: A qualified solicitor status with a specialism in serious injury or personal injury law. Proven ability to manage a complex caseload effectively. Strong negotiation and client communication skills. Familiarity with research tools and techniques. A keen eye for detail and a thorough understanding of documentation. Commitment to maintaining professional and ethical standards. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £42,000 to £52,000 per annum. Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance. Attractive bonus scheme based on performance.
Sue Ross Legal are recruiting for a Multi-Track Personal Injury Fee Earner. Our client is a top 100 UK law firm with a renowned reputation; Due to a period of continued growth, the firm are actively seeking dedicated, and ambitious lawyers, (whether qualified solicitors or unqualified fee earners) to take on a varied caseload of high value serious and catastrophic injury cases from start to finish, predominantly litigated RTA based. Subject to experience, you will oversee cases valued between £25,000 and £50,000, £50,000, and £250,000, £250,000 to £1,000,000 or £1,000,000+. Duties: You will be responsible for delivering excellent client care to clients who have suffered from a traumatic and life changing event. Conduct regular technical and case reviews, providing feedback and mentoring as required. Regular communication and meetings with your client. Instructions and meetings with a multi-disciplinary team of experts for example, medical experts, case managers, care experts, architects, forensic accountants, counsel. Analysis of evidence and research of legal issues on liability, causation, and quantum. Drafting documents including statements, pleadings, and schedules of loss. Securing early interim payments and appropriate rehabilitation. Optimising your client s settlement. Ability to work with a task-based case management system to ensure regular contact is maintained with all clients, providing exceptional customer service, and managing their expectations. Raising awareness of the department and developing your professional profile. Support your Team Leader in the supervision, mentoring and development of junior members of the team as appropriate, ensuring clear objectives and KPIs are followed, performance issues are actively managed and development plans are in place in accordance with company policy. Perform to a high level in a target orientated environment. To undertake any other tasks as deemed relevant and reasonable by the business. Person Specification Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEx with a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience or can demonstrate equivalent experience to charge and recover appropriate rates. Proven track record of dealing with serious injury claims; an experienced litigator with strong technical ability and practical knowledge of the court procedures. Commitment to delivering excellent client care for each of our clients. Excellent communication skills to include negotiation and objection handling. Accountable for achieving objectives in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining high standards of work quality and client care. Competent working with a case management system and good knowledge of Excel and Word. Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Maintains a positive attitude, self-motivated and uses own initiative. Robust - able to deal with changing circumstances and challenging situations whilst still achieving objectives. Your KPI s and Objectives will be discussed and agreed with you on a one-to-one basis. You will have regular one-to-one meetings with your line manager to review your performance against these objectives and identify any areas for development and/or required support. Although you will be handling a claimant caseload, our client will look at candidates from either claimant or defendant backgrounds. This is an excellent opportunity to join an esteemed firm that believes in staff progression, offers high levels of flexibility, and supports agile working. The organisation will offer you the following employment benefits package: 25 to 30 days holiday + bank holidays Company bonus scheme Enhanced pension scheme Permanent Health Insurance Free eye tests Enhanced adoption leave, maternity & paternity pay Reward & recognition long service, prize draw, incentives Life insurance Free parking (if/when in office) For more information about the above vacancy or for a confidential chat about our other vacancies throughout Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, the Northwest, and the Northeast, please send your details to us and one of our dedicated legal consultants will contact you. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within 72 hours that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles and wish you the very best in your search for employment.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Sue Ross Legal are recruiting for a Multi-Track Personal Injury Fee Earner. Our client is a top 100 UK law firm with a renowned reputation; Due to a period of continued growth, the firm are actively seeking dedicated, and ambitious lawyers, (whether qualified solicitors or unqualified fee earners) to take on a varied caseload of high value serious and catastrophic injury cases from start to finish, predominantly litigated RTA based. Subject to experience, you will oversee cases valued between £25,000 and £50,000, £50,000, and £250,000, £250,000 to £1,000,000 or £1,000,000+. Duties: You will be responsible for delivering excellent client care to clients who have suffered from a traumatic and life changing event. Conduct regular technical and case reviews, providing feedback and mentoring as required. Regular communication and meetings with your client. Instructions and meetings with a multi-disciplinary team of experts for example, medical experts, case managers, care experts, architects, forensic accountants, counsel. Analysis of evidence and research of legal issues on liability, causation, and quantum. Drafting documents including statements, pleadings, and schedules of loss. Securing early interim payments and appropriate rehabilitation. Optimising your client s settlement. Ability to work with a task-based case management system to ensure regular contact is maintained with all clients, providing exceptional customer service, and managing their expectations. Raising awareness of the department and developing your professional profile. Support your Team Leader in the supervision, mentoring and development of junior members of the team as appropriate, ensuring clear objectives and KPIs are followed, performance issues are actively managed and development plans are in place in accordance with company policy. Perform to a high level in a target orientated environment. To undertake any other tasks as deemed relevant and reasonable by the business. Person Specification Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEx with a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience or can demonstrate equivalent experience to charge and recover appropriate rates. Proven track record of dealing with serious injury claims; an experienced litigator with strong technical ability and practical knowledge of the court procedures. Commitment to delivering excellent client care for each of our clients. Excellent communication skills to include negotiation and objection handling. Accountable for achieving objectives in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining high standards of work quality and client care. Competent working with a case management system and good knowledge of Excel and Word. Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Maintains a positive attitude, self-motivated and uses own initiative. Robust - able to deal with changing circumstances and challenging situations whilst still achieving objectives. Your KPI s and Objectives will be discussed and agreed with you on a one-to-one basis. You will have regular one-to-one meetings with your line manager to review your performance against these objectives and identify any areas for development and/or required support. Although you will be handling a claimant caseload, our client will look at candidates from either claimant or defendant backgrounds. This is an excellent opportunity to join an esteemed firm that believes in staff progression, offers high levels of flexibility, and supports agile working. The organisation will offer you the following employment benefits package: 25 to 30 days holiday + bank holidays Company bonus scheme Enhanced pension scheme Permanent Health Insurance Free eye tests Enhanced adoption leave, maternity & paternity pay Reward & recognition long service, prize draw, incentives Life insurance Free parking (if/when in office) For more information about the above vacancy or for a confidential chat about our other vacancies throughout Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, the Northwest, and the Northeast, please send your details to us and one of our dedicated legal consultants will contact you. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within 72 hours that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles and wish you the very best in your search for employment.