Military Injury Solicitor

Douglas Scott Ltd; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Healthcare benefits

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

Douglas Scott Ltd is seeking a Military Injury Solicitor in Cardiff with a hybrid work arrangement. The firm values a collaborative culture and offers a varied caseload spanning EL/PL, Industrial Disease, and Military Injury.

The candidate will handle fast-track and multi-track work, provide client-facing advocacy, and contribute to a growing practice with excellent career progression and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years PQE in Personal Injury (EL/PL, Industrial Disease, or Military Injury).
• Strong litigation experience and excellent client care.
• Keen eye for complex medical evidence and adaptable to a specialist practice area.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload from instruction to trial (EL/PL, Industrial Disease, Military Injury).
• Collaborate with Senior Associate on high-value claims.
• Provide compassionate legal support to armed forces personnel and veterans.

Skills

Litigation experience

Client care

Medical evidence

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Military Injury Solicitor | Top 200 UK Law Firm Location: Cardiff (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + Industry-Leading Benefits

Ready to take your personal injury career to the next level with a firm that genuinely supports your growth?

A Top 200 UK law firm with a reputation for excellence is expanding its Cardiff team. Known for a collaborative, supportive culture, they are looking for a Military Injury Solicitor to handle a diverse and rewarding caseload. Whether you already specialise in military claims or bring a strong background in general EL/PL or Industrial Disease, this role offers the perfect platform to expand your expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload: Autonomously run a varied mix of fast-track and multi-track Employers' Liability (EL) and Industrial Disease matters from initial instruction through to trial.
• Complex, high-value exposure: Work alongside a Senior Associate on catastrophic, high-value military injury claims, gaining hands‑on experience on complex, high-profile cases.
• Client advocacy: Provide compassionate, expert legal support to armed forces personnel and veterans.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor: Ideally 1-5 years PQE with experience in Personal Injury (EL/PL, Industrial Disease, or Military Injury).
• Skills: Strong litigation experience, excellent client care, and a keen eye for complex medical evidence.
• Adaptability: Applications are warmly welcomed from non-military specialists eager to transfer their EL/PL or disease skill set into a specialist, high‑growth practice area.

Why Join Us?

• Clear Career Pathway: Structured progression opportunities designed to help you move up the ladder.
• Culture: A genuinely friendly, inclusive team that values work-life balance and mutual support.
• Benefits Package: Hybrid working options, competitive pension scheme, generous annual leave, healthcare perks, and annual bonus potential.