Civil Litigation Solicitor (5+ PQE) - Personal Injury - Outstanding Salary

QED Legal LLP; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm seeks an experienced Civil Litigation Solicitor with over 5 years’ PQE, specializing in Personal Injury to join its Dispute Resolution team in the United Kingdom. This role offers autonomy and a collaborative work environment, where you will manage your own caseload and provide expert client advisory. Benefits include a competitive salary, flexibility in office location, and clear progression opportunities, all aimed at maintaining a balanced work-life schedule.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Flexibility on office location

Career development opportunities

Healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in Civil Litigation.
• Experienced in Personal Injury work.
• Confident running files independently.
• Commercially minded and solutions-focused.
• Committed to high standards of client service.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of civil litigation matters.
• Advise clients with clarity and empathy.
• Handle Personal Injury matters to a high standard.
• Engage in negotiation and litigation as appropriate.
• Develop client relationships and collaborate with team.

Skills

Civil Litigation

Personal Injury

Client Advisory

Negotiation

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Civil Litigation Solicitor (5+ PQE) – Personal Injury – Outstanding Salary

Dorchester | Bournemouth | Poole

An established and forward-thinking regional law firm based in Dorset are seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Solicitor (5+ years PQE) with a strong background in Personal Injury to join its growing Dispute Resolution team.

This is an opportunity to become part of a firm which combines traditional values with a modern, pragmatic approach to legal practice.

The Role

You will take responsibility for a varied and stimulating caseload of civil litigation matters, with a particular focus on Personal Injury claims, including both fast-track and multi-track work. The role offers genuine autonomy, supported by collaborative colleagues and a culture that encourages sensible decision-making and clear advice.

• Managing your own caseload from inception through to resolution
• Advising clients with clarity, empathy, and commercial awareness
• Handling Personal Injury matters to a high technical standard
• Engaging in negotiation, alternative dispute resolution, and litigation where appropriate
• Contributing to the development of client relationships and the wider team

Ideal Pre‑Requisites

• A qualified Solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE in Civil Litigation
• Experienced in Personal Injury work, with a solid grasp of procedure and strategy
• Confident running files independently while knowing when to collaborate
• Commercially minded, pragmatic, and solutions‑focused
• Committed to high standards of client service and professional integrity

Some of the Benefits

• A competitive salary, commensurate with experience – the firm is willing to be led in this regard by the practitioner in front of them
• A collegiate, supportive working environment
• Flexibility on office location across Dorchester, Bournemouth or Poole
• Clear opportunities for progression and long‑term career development
• The chance to perform high‑quality work while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance

This is a well‑respected practice with deep local roots across Dorset, known for long‑standing client relationships, a loyal referral network, and a supportive internal culture. Lawyers here are trusted to manage their work responsibly, without unnecessary hierarchy or bureaucracy.

For further information, feel free to call Jack at QED Legal on 07943 698747.