Catastrophic Injury Solicitor

QED Legal LLP; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Birmingham is seeking an experienced legal professional to join their liability and injury team. The successful candidate will manage diverse claims and collaborate with skilled colleagues. Responsibilities include handling complex matters across various industries and building client relationships. The ideal applicant has at least 3 years’ PQE in defence litigation. This role offers high-value work and professional growth opportunities within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ PQE in defence litigation, ideally up to high multi-track cases.
• Experience navigating pre-litigation and litigated matters.
• Familiarity with policy coverage is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Handle cases across industries including construction and manufacturing.
• Manage files from initial instructions to resolution.
• Collaborate to develop practical approaches to complex legal issues.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients.

Skills

Confidence working on multiple complex matters

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented approach

Education

Qualified solicitor or equivalent

Job description

Opportunity to Join a Leading Liability & Injury Team

A position has come up for an experienced legal professional looking to work on complex liability and injury matters within a leading team. We are seeking a motivated individual to join a dynamic team handling cases across employers’ and public liability. This role offers exposure to high-value, challenging work while collaborating with a team of skilled and supportive colleagues.

In this position, you will take ownership of a diverse range of claims, applying your analytical skills and legal knowledge to deliver practical solutions. You will be responsible for managing multiple files efficiently, navigating both pre-litigation and litigated matters, and providing clear guidance to clients. Familiarity with policy coverage is advantageous, but a willingness to learn is equally valued.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Handling cases across industries such as construction, manufacturing, retail, leisure, and property
• Managing files from initial instructions through to resolution, both in court and outside of it
• Collaborating with colleagues to develop innovative and practical approaches to complex legal issues
• Building and maintaining professional relationships with clients and other stakeholders

Who You Are

• A qualified solicitor or equivalent with 3 years’ PQE
• Experienced in handling defence litigation, ideally up to high multi-track cases
• Confident working on multiple, complex matters simultaneously
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and solution-focused
• Strong communicator with the ability to develop client trust and maintain professional relationships

The Team and Work Environment

You will join a nationally connected team with a strong reputation for excellence in liability and injury work. The group thrives on collaboration, innovation, and delivering pragmatic solutions. While based in a regional office, cases often involve cross-border or multi-jurisdictional elements, offering a breadth of exposure and professional growth.

Apply here and we will give you a call to discuss the position in more detail or email [e-mail] with any questions.