Complex Injury Associate

William James Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Death in Service / Critical Illness

Retail discounts

Progression opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking a Complex Injury Associate in Manchester on a hybrid basis. You will manage high-value personal injury claims, working with major insurer clients and senior lawyers in a leading defendant insurance law team.

Ideal candidates will have strong catastrophic injury experience, a solid grasp of litigation, and excellent drafting and communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary and clear progression.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or equivalent with strong PI experience.
• Experience handling catastrophic injury and large loss matters.
• Solid understanding of Civil Procedure Rules and litigation process.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex injury and large loss claims from inception to resolution.
• Handle matters involving serious injuries and multi-million-pound claims.
• Draft pleadings, statements, and other legal documents.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, experts and other stakeholders.
• Develop case strategies and attend conferences, mediations and court hearings.

Skills

Catastrophic injury

Large loss

Complex PI

Litigation

Education

Solicitor/Legal Executive

Qualified in England & Wales

Job description

Catastrophic Injury Associate - Manchester - Hybrid - Up to £53,000

A leading defendant insurance law firm is seeking an experienced Complex Injury Associate to join its specialist team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-value personal injury claims, acting on behalf of major insurer clients while benefiting from the support of a highly regarded national practice.

As a Complex Injury Associate in Manchester, you will manage a varied caseload of serious injury matters, including claims involving life-changing injuries, while working closely with senior lawyers and partners on technically challenging and high-profile cases.

The Role

• Managing a caseload of complex injury and large loss claims from inception to resolution
• Handling matters involving serious and complex injuries, including multi-million-pound claims
• Conducting liability, causation and quantum investigations
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and other legal documentation
• Liaising with clients, counsel, experts and other stakeholders
• Developing and implementing case strategies to achieve the best outcomes
• Attending conferences, mediations and court hearings where required
• Working closely with partners and senior lawyers on complex litigation
• Ensuring compliance with client service standards and court deadlines

The Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Litigation Executive
• Strong experience handling catastrophic injury, large loss or complex personal injury matters
• Proven understanding of the litigation process and Civil Procedure Rules
• Experience dealing with insurer clients is advantageous
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent drafting and communication abilities
• Able to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively
• Commercially aware with a proactive approach to case handling
• Team player who can also work independently

The Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £53,000 dependent on experience
• 25 days plus 8 bank holidays (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), increases to 26 days after 5 years' service and 27 days after 10 years' service
• Company Pension
• Death in Service / Critical Illness cover
• Access to retail discounts and nationwide entertainment offers
• Supportive working environment with clear progression
• Strong training and development opportunities

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.