Military Claims Litigator

CRA Legal; Castleford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Castleford is seeking a Military Claims Litigator. This role involves managing military personal injury claims and conducting legal research. The ideal candidate will enjoy a salary up to £55,000 and benefits such as a bonus scheme and hybrid working options. The firm prides itself on high-quality legal services and offers a supportive working environment.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Birthday day off

Bonus scheme – Up to 10% of salary

Pension scheme

Free parking

Optional healthcare (after 6 months service)

Qualifications

• Experience handling military claims.
• Strong understanding of personal injury law and military regulations.
• Ability to maintain case management records.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of military personal injury and industrial disease claims.
• Conduct legal research, draft documents, and correspondence.
• Represent clients in negotiations and at court.

Skills

Manage military personal injury claims

Legal research

Draft pleadings

Liaise with medical experts

Court representation

Job description

Job Title: Military Claims Litigator

Salary: £30,000 to £55,000

Location: Castleford (hybrid working or remote working considered)

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Role Overview & Daily Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload of military personal injury and industrial disease claims (e.g. noise-induced hearing loss, PTSD, non‑freezing cold injury, asbestos exposure).
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, witness statements, and correspondence.
• Liaise with medical experts, counsel, and other stakeholders to build strong evidential cases.
• Represent clients in negotiations, settlement discussions, and at court where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate case management records in line with compliance and regulatory standards.
• Keep up to date with developments in personal injury, military law, and relevant statutory frameworks (e.g. Armed Forces Compensation Scheme, Crown Immunity principles).

Employee Benefits Package:

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Birthday day off
• Bonus scheme – Up to 10% of salary
• Pension scheme
• Free parking
• Optional healthcare (after 6 months service)
• Hybrid working

Company Overview:

• Our client are a leading practice in the employer liability injury and industrial disease space. They are a long‑standing, reputable organisation with expertise throughout. They pride themselves on providing high‑quality legal services and advice with modern practices and effective ways of working.
• Due to recent growth and success, the firm are seeking the hire of an experienced Litigator with experience handling military claims. This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate to further their knowledge and career with a friendly, supportive and professional set up.

Introducing CRA Consulting:

• CRA Consulting are a specialist legal recruiter, operating across the UK. CRA works in partnership with reputable law firms with either local, regional, national or international presence. We recruit at all levels from board, director and partnership level through to support staff.
• For additional information on how we can assist you with your next career move, visit the CRA Consulting Website at www.craconsultants.com.

How to Apply:

• If this Military Claims Litigator vacancy is of interest, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss with Rhys Spencer who is managing this vacancy, call 0114 241 8030 for a confidential discussion.
• Are you wanting to review additional career opportunities? Visit our jobs page at www.craconsultants.com/jobs

Additional Information:

• CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
• This Military Claims Litigator vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.