Associate - Catastrophic Injury - Bristol - 2+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive and inclusive working environment

Clear career development pathways

Opportunities for secondments and international collaboration

Access to innovative legal technology

Job summary

A law firm in the UK is seeking an Associate Solicitor to manage complex catastrophic injury claims. This role requires a qualified solicitor with at least 2 years of experience, strong litigation skills, and the ability to handle sensitive cases. The firm offers a hybrid work environment, opportunities for career development, and access to innovative legal technology. Candidates should have strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE (Solicitor or CILEX with equivalent experience) in catastrophic injury defence work.
• Confidence in managing client relationships and attending business development events.
• Proficiency in managing a varied caseload of complex injury matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with catastrophic and large loss injury matters.
• Liaise with clients, insurers, experts, and counsel.
• Deliver high quality, timely work aligned with client service standards.

Skills

Strong litigation and negotiation skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

High attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to work efficiently under pressure

Proactive and team-focused mindset

Education

Qualified solicitor or CILEX with equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal IT systems

Job description

Associate - Catastrophic Injury - Bristol - 2+ Years PQE

Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £45,000 to £60,000

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing and assisting with a varied caseload of catastrophic and large loss injury matters, including:

• Complex motor, EL/PL and public liability claims
• Brain and spinal injury cases
• Chronic pain and multi track matters
• Sport related concussion claims, including sensitive and high profile cases
• Pre litigation and litigated files
• Liaising with clients, insurers, experts and counsel
• Supporting a collaborative, high performing team culture
• Delivering high quality, timely work aligned with client service standards
• You will work closely with senior lawyers on nationally significant and technically challenging cases.

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 2+ years PQE (Solicitor or CILEX with equivalent experience)
• Experience in catastrophic injury defence work
• Strong litigation and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing client relationships and attending BD events
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Ability to work efficiently, commercially and under pressure
• A proactive, motivated and team focused mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal IT systems
• PQE is provided as a guide only-applications from candidates with more or less experience will be considered.

Benefits

• A supportive, inclusive and forward thinking working environment
• High quality, complex and high profile work
• Clear career development pathways and mentoring
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Opportunities for secondments and international collaboration
• Access to innovative legal technology and resources

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.