Grade A Serious Injury Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Salford seeks an experienced personal injury solicitor to manage a caseload of serious injury and clinical negligence claims. You will enjoy a hybrid working model and opportunities for career development. The ideal candidate will have strong communication, drafting and negotiation skills, and a client-first mindset. This role offers competitive salary and flexibility for work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Clear progression pathway

Flexible working hours

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in serious injury or clinical negligence work.
• Comfortable managing your own litigated caseload independently.
• Supervisory or business development experience (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Running a caseload of serious injury and clinical negligence claims.
• Conducting expert assessments of liability and causation.
• Drafting pleadings and preparing cost estimates.
• Representing clients at hearings where appropriate.
• Supporting junior team members and contributing to knowledge sharing.
• Maintaining excellent standards of client care and compliance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Empathy

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with 1–6 years’ PQE

Job description

• Manage your own caseload of serious injury matters from day one
• Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)
• Make a genuine difference through high-value, life‑changing legal work

Are you an experienced personal injury solicitor looking to join a close‑knit, values‑led firm? Are you ready to take the next step in your career with work that truly matters?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing specialist team handling serious injury and clinical negligence claims. The firm is known for its commitment to client wellbeing and holistic rehabilitation support, not just settlements.

You’ll be joining a team where empathy, collaboration and professional excellence go hand in hand.

Who we’re looking for

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with 1–6 years’ PQE
• Demonstrated experience in serious injury or clinical negligence work
• Comfortable managing your own litigated caseload independently
• Excellent communication, drafting, and negotiation skills
• Empathetic and collaborative with a client‑first mindset
• Supervisory or business development experience (desirable)

What you’ll be doing

• Running a caseload of serious injury and clinical negligence claims, including brain and spinal injuries and fatal cases
• Conducting expert assessments of liability and causation
• Drafting pleadings and preparing cost estimates
• Representing clients at hearings where appropriate
• Supporting junior team members and contributing to knowledge sharing
• Participating in firm‑wide networking and charity partnerships
• Maintaining excellent standards of client care and compliance

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience
• Clear progression pathway to Senior Solicitor or Associate
• Hybrid working model (3 days office / 2 days from home)
• Flexible working hours
• Strong support for career development and specialisation
• Wellbeing support and true work‑life balance
• Modern, central Manchester office with excellent transport links

Contact Kim Stark

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