Defendant Personal Injury Solicitor

Michael Page (UK); Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm in Glasgow seeks an experienced Personal Injury Solicitor to manage EL/PL, disease, and motor/fraud defence claims. You will liaise with clients and assist senior team members on complex cases. Offering a competitive salary of £43,000-£55,000, hybrid working, and a comprehensive benefits package, this role promises excellent progression and client exposure.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Enhanced annual leave

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years' PQE in EL/PL personal injury work.
• Experience in managing litigated caseloads within the Scottish courts.
• Exposure to motor, disease, or fraud defence claims is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of EL/PL, disease, and motor/fraud defence claims.
• Liaise with clients, witnesses, and opponents to progress cases.
• Assist partners with complex and high-value claims.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Time management

Adaptability

Proactivity

Education

Solicitor or equivalent qualification

Job description

• Join a leading national insurance litigation team ⚖️
• Excellent progression and client exposure 🚀

About Our Client

Our client is a leading national law firm recognised for excellence in insurance litigation and commercial services. Known for its inclusive culture, investment in people, and focus on innovation, this firm offers a collaborative environment where lawyers can thrive. With numerous industry accolades and a commitment to professional development, it's a place where ambition is supported and success is celebrated.

Job Description

• Managing a varied caseload of EL/PL, disease and motor/fraud defence claims.
• Liaising directly with clients, witnesses, and opponents to progress cases efficiently.
• Assisting partners and senior team members on complex and high-value claims.
• Supporting business development, client training, and networking initiatives.
• Ensuring KPIs, deadlines and quality standards are consistently met.

The Successful Applicant

• A solicitor or equivalent with up to 3 years' PQE in EL/PL personal injury work.
• Experienced in managing litigated caseloads within the Scottish courts.
• Skilled in communication, organisation, and time management.
• Adaptable, proactive, and confident working independently and in a team.
• Ideally with exposure to motor, disease, or fraud defence claims.

What's on Offer

You’ll enjoy a competitive salary (£43,000-£55,000 DOE), hybrid working, and access to a comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare, enhanced annual leave, and professional development support. With clear routes to progression, direct client contact, and opportunities for involvement in complex national cases, this is a career-defining move for an ambitious solicitor.

If you’re an experienced Personal Injury Solicitor, apply now or contact James Hitti for more information.