Experienced Personal Injury Solicitor / Legal Executive (AKS)

Kenlinks Recruitment; Bury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Supportive legal environment

Job summary

A legal firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an Experienced Personal Injury Solicitor / Legal Executive to manage a diverse caseload of personal injury claims. The successful candidate will have 3-5 years of experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to represent clients in court. This full-time, office-based position offers a competitive salary and a dynamic work environment, ideal for professionals looking to grow in their legal careers.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in personal injury law.
• Strong understanding of personal injury procedures and case law.
• Proven experience handling multi-track and fast-track cases.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Strong attention to detail and efficiency under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of personal injury claims.
• Maintain regular contact with clients and provide updates.
• Prepare legal documents including pleadings and agreements.
• Negotiate settlements with insurers and opposing counsel.
• Liaise with medical experts for evidence support.
• Represent clients in court proceedings.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
• Contribute to business development for the firm.

Skills

Caseload Management

Client Liaison

Legal Drafting

Settlement Negotiation

Medical Evidence

Court Proceedings

Compliance

Business Development

Tools

Legal case management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Experienced Personal Injury Solicitor / Legal Executive (AKS)

Job Title: Experienced Personal Injury Solicitor / Legal Executive (AKS)

We are seeking anexperienced Personal Injury Solicitor / Legal Executive to join ourlegal team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing complex personal injury claims, with the ability to handle a variety of cases from inception through to settlement or trial. This is a great opportunity for a driven professional looking to make an impact in a growing firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Caseload Management: Independently manage a full caseload of personal injury claims, including but not limited to road traffic accidents (RTA), employer liability, public liability, and clinical negligence cases.
• Client Liaison: Maintain regular contact with clients, providing updates on case progress and answering any queries or concerns throughout the legal process.
• Legal Drafting: Prepare legal documents such as letters of claim, pleadings, witness statements, settlement agreements, and court applications.
• Settlement Negotiation: Negotiates settlements with third parties, insurers, and opposing counsel to secure the best possible outcomes for clients.
• Medical Evidence: Liaise with medical experts to obtain, review, and organize medical evidence and reports to support claims.
• Court Proceedings: Represent clients in litigation, including attending court hearings, pre-trial reviews, and case management conferences.
• Compliance: Ensure that all work complies with the relevant legal standards and regulations, including court deadlines, procedural rules, and client care obligations.
• Business Development: Contribute to the growth of the firm by identifying and acting on new business opportunities and building client relationships.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in personal injury law.
• A strong understanding of personal injury procedures, litigation, and case law.
• Proven experience handling a full caseload of multi-track and/or fast-track cases.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Proficiency in legal case management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in managing high-value and complex claims, including catastrophic injury or clinical negligence cases.
• Member of APIL (Association of Personal Injury Lawyers) or similar professional body.
• Experience with both claimant and defendant work (if applicable).

Schedule

• Full-time, office-based position.

About this role

This role offers the opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and dynamic legal environment. If you're an experienced personal injury professional looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Competitive salary and benefits package available.