Defendant Personal Injury Solicitor - Southampton

Chadwick Nott; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Southampton seeks a motivated Defendant Personal Injury Solicitor. This full-time role offers opportunities to handle personal injury claims, work closely with insurer and corporate clients, and develop professional client relationships. Candidates with 0-5 years PQE and strong communication skills are encouraged to apply. The firm values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Motivated Personal Injury Solicitor with PQE of 0-5.
• Experience with defendant or claimant cases preferred.
• Ability to handle a caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of defendant personal injury claims.
• Conduct investigations and analyze evidence.
• Prepare court documents and represent clients in hearings.
• Build strong client relationships and stay updated on legislation.

Skills

Strong understanding of personal injury law

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Job description

Job title: Defendant Personal Injury Solicitor
Location: Southampton
Salary: £45,000-£55,000
PQE Level: 0-5 PQE
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time

We are seeking a motivated Personal Injury Solicitor to join our L500 client in Southampton. This role offers a great opportunity for a Solicitor from the NQ + level to grow their experience working with leading insurer and corporate clients, with fantastic opportunities to develop client relationships.

Responsibilities include handling a caseload of defendant personal injury claims from start to finish, conducting investigations, analyzing evidence, and providing legal advice to clients. Additionally, preparing court documents, representing clients in hearings, and building strong client relationships are essential. Staying updated with legislation and case law changes is also crucial. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of personal injury law on either the claimant or defendant side, possess excellent communication and negotiation skills, and be able to work independently and as part of a team.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Southampton and Hampshire in general please do get in touch with Liam Andrews at Chadwick Nott.

(e) [e-mail]
(m) 07921 895 776
(t) 0117 917 1864
(l) www.linkedin.com/in/liamandrews-legalrecruitment

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*