Orthopaedic Injuries Legal Advisor

Clayton legal; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking a Personal Injury Fee Earner to manage RTA claims involving fractures. This role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and numerous benefits including 25 days holiday and ongoing training. Candidates should be qualified solicitors or experienced fee earners with a strong background in personal injury law.

Benefits

Minimum 25 days holiday + bank holidays

Hybrid working model

Matched giving scheme

Medicash cash plan

Pension scheme

Ongoing training & development

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Experience in personal injury claims, specifically RTA and fractures.
• Strong knowledge of MOJ and OIC portals.
• Proven track record of successful client outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of RTA fracture claims from instruction to settlement.
• Obtain medical evidence and negotiate settlements.
• Provide support to junior team members.

Skills

Client care

Litigation skills

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX

Tools

Case management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Personal Injury Fee Earner RTA (Fracture Claims)
Location: Flexible hybrid working available
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Personal Injury Fee Earner to join a well-established legal team, handling a caseload of litigated and non-litigated RTA personal injury claims involving orthopaedic injuries specifically fractures.

This is a rewarding and challenging role that requires a confident litigator with strong client care skills.

The Role You will manage your own caseload from cradle to grave, comprising predominantly portal-based RTA claims involving a wide range of orthopaedic injuries such as fractures to fingers, toes, ribs, arms, legs, etc.

While many claims will fall within the portal or fast-track process, more complex or higher-value cases (typically over £25,000) may need to be escalated to the Multi-Track or Serious Injury team.

This is a great role for someone who enjoys working autonomously and is motivated to maximise damages and costs.

You will be encouraged to convert straightforward claims into fast or multi-track matters and to develop your expertise across a range of PI issues.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage a caseload of RTA fracture claims from initial instruction through to settlement or litigation.

- Keep clients (both lay and insurer) informed throughout the life of the claim.

- Obtain medical evidence, assess liability and quantum, and negotiate settlement.

- Identify and escalate cases where appropriate to the Multi-Track or SI team.

- Deal with post and email correspondence in a timely and organised manner.

- Ensure that clients receive exceptional service and the best possible outcome.

- Provide support to junior team members and liaise with senior staff on contentious matters.

- Promote effective communication with all parties involved including clients, insurers, medical experts, barristers, and investigators.

- Maintain accurate case records using the firms CMS.

About You

- Qualified Solicitor, CILEX, or experienced fee earner with a solid background in personal injury claims.

- Strong experience in handling RTA claims particularly those involving fractures.

- Working knowledge of the MOJ and OIC portals and the fast-track process.

- Competent litigator with knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and relevant case law.

- A proven track record of achieving successful outcomes for clients.

- Exceptional client care and communication skills.

- Ability to mentor and assist less experienced colleagues.

- Proficient in case management systems and Microsoft Office.

Benefits

- Minimum 25 days holiday + bank holidays

- Holiday buy & sell scheme

- Hybrid working model

- 2 volunteering days per year

- Matched giving scheme (up to £250)

- Medicash cash plan dental/physio/optical claims

- My Medicash App wellbeing tools & fitness resources

- Discounts and cashback on travel and shopping

- Life assurance (4x salary)

- Pension scheme

- Funded driving theory test

- Wellbeing Champions network

- Ongoing training & development

- Regular social events

- Dress for your day policy

If you would like to know more about this role then please call Chris on 0161 914 7357 or email an updated CV to [e-mail]