Claimant Personal Injury Solicitor

Sacco Mann; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law practice in West Yorkshire is seeking a Claimant Personal Injury Solicitor. The role involves managing a varied caseload of personal injury claims, providing high-quality legal advice, and ensuring compliance with relevant protocols. The firm values work-life balance and offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Birthday off

Options to buy additional holiday days

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Annual travel card loan

Supportive environment

Good work/life balance

Qualifications

• Experience managing a personal injury caseload independently.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant protocols and Civil Procedure Rules.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of EL/PL and RTA claims from initial instruction to settlement.
• Drafting legal documents including witness statements and schedule of loss.
• Providing clear, accurate legal advice and maintaining excellent standards of client care.

Skills

Client-focused

Organised

Communication

Education

NQ to 2 years' PQE

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Claimant Personal Injury Solicitor to join a well-established law practice in an idyllic setting on the outskirts of Leeds City Centre. The firm is well-known throughout the region and prides itself on being straight to the point, fair and giving the best possible advice to its clients. You will be joining a highly respected team offering excellent quality work and a rewarding career.

The role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Personal Injury Solicitor to join a highly regarded team specialising in claimant work. You will manage a varied caseload of employer's liability, public liability, and road traffic accident claims, covering both pre- and post-litigated files. The role involves handling cases from initial instruction through to settlement, working closely with clients, third parties, and medical professionals to deliver high-quality legal advice and representation.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Salary: Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications.
• Birthday off and options to buy additional holiday days.
• Employee Benefits: Life assurance, employee assistance programme, annual travel card loan.
• Professional Growth: Supportive environment where your skills and contribution are genuinely valued.
• Work Life balance - This firm expects that its lawyers will enjoy a good work/life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of EL/PL and RTA claims (pre- and post-litigated) from initial instruction right through to settlement.
• Drafting legal documents including witness statements, schedule of loss, and portal submissions.
• Providing clear, accurate legal advice and maintaining excellent standards of client care.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant protocols and procedures, including the OIC and MOJ Pre-Action Protocol.

About you

You will be confident, well-organised, and client-focused. The ideal candidate will have:

• NQ to 2 years' PQE (candidates with strong litigation skills encouraged to apply).
• Experience managing a personal injury caseload independently.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant protocols and Civil Procedure Rules.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

How to Apply:
To hear more about the Claimant Personal Injury Solicitor role in Leeds, please contact Rachel Birkinshaw on 0113 467 9795