Lead Serious Injury Claims Solicitor

Minster Law; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Minster Law is seeking a qualified solicitor or CILEx fellow to manage a portfolio of claimant serious injury claims, predominantly RTA based, with case values ranging from £50k to £150k. You will mentor colleagues, support department growth, and act as an ambassador for the business across England and Wales.

You will work with a multi-disciplinary team to review liability and quantum, draft pleadings, and drive successful settlements while maintaining exceptional client care and professional

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEx Fellow with at least 4 years post-qualification experience.
• Demonstrable track record in serious injury claims.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• Proficient with case management systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent client care to clients with traumatic and life-changing events.
• Support Team Leader with leadership and KPI achievement.
• Conduct regular technical and case reviews with mentoring.
• Communicate regularly with clients and attend meetings with multidisciplinary teams.
• Analyse evidence and research liability, causation and quantum issues.
• Draft statements, pleadings and schedules of loss.
• Secure interim payments and rehabilitation where appropriate.
• Aim to optimise settlements for clients.
• Maintain contact with all clients through a task-based case management system.
• Support business development and external relationships with bodies like APIL, Headway and SIA.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Objection handling

Attention to detail

Organisation

Education

Solicitor (PQE 4+)

Fellow of CILEx

Tools

Case management system

Excel

Word

Job description

Minster Law is seeking a qualified solicitor or CILEx fellow to manage a portfolio of claimant serious injury claims, predominantly RTA based, with case values ranging from £50k to £150k. You will mentor colleagues, support department growth, and act as an ambassador for the business across England and Wales.

You will work with a multi-disciplinary team to review liability and quantum, draft pleadings, and drive successful settlements while maintaining exceptional client care and professional