Personal Injury Fee Earner

REALM RECRUIT; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading personal injury firm in Greater Manchester is looking for an experienced Personal Injury Fee Earner to manage a varied litigated caseload and deal with quality non-CMC work. You will be part of a supportive team while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring court compliance. Benefits include a competitive salary up to £50,000, uncapped commission, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Uncapped monthly commission scheme

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Holiday buyback scheme

Death in service benefit

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid-for social events

Excellent training and career development

Qualifications

• Experience running a caseload of litigated EL / PL matters.
• Knowledge of case law, CPR and MOJ protocol.
• 1 year+ experience in personal injury law.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of fast track litigated OL / PL files.
• Negotiate settlements for optimal client outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with court directions and internal instructions.

Skills

Litigated caseload management

Client-care skills

Strong billing record

Proclaim case management

Knowledge of PI process

Target-driven approach

Education

Solicitor or CILEX qualification

1 year+ PQE equivalent

Tools

Proclaim

Job description

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• Join a Top 200, Legal 500-ranked personal injury firm
• Handle a litigated caseload of varied OL / PL fast track matters
• Competitive salary up to £55,000 + uncapped commission

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Personal Injury Fee Earner to join a growing, ambitious personal injury practice in Manchester.

You’ll manage your own litigated caseload, dealing with quality non-CMC work, within a supportive and well-established team environment.

The firm is bucking market trends by continuing to expand and is on course to become the leading claimant practice for OL / PL / EL claims in the region.

Who we’re looking for

• Solicitor, CILEX or qualified by experience (1 year+ PQE equivalent)
• Experience running your own caseload of litigated EL / PL matters
• Knowledge of the PI process, case law, CPR and MOJ protocol
• Proclaim case management experience
• Strong billing record and client-care skills
• Target-driven but with a client-first mindset

What you’ll be doing

• Manage a caseload of predominantly fast track litigated OL / PL files
• Handle cases from issue through to trial / disposal hearing
• Ensure compliance with court directions, internal instructions and supervisor requirements
• Negotiate settlements to achieve the best outcomes for clients
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and referrers
• Contribute to the growth and success of the OL / PL department

Salary & Benefits

• Salary : Up to £50,000 DOE
• Bonus : Uncapped monthly commission scheme
• Hybrid working available
• Holiday : 23 days + bank holidays (3 reserved for Christmas closure)
• Holiday buyback scheme
• Death in service
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid-for social events
• Excellent training, supervision and ongoing career development

📩 Contact Kim Stark

Call 03300 245 606 or email [e-mail] to find out more or apply confidentially.