Personal Injury Fee Earner

CRA Consulting; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Professional development opportunities

Focus on client service quality

Job summary

CRA Consulting in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive Fast Track Fee Earner to join a busy personal injury team. You will manage a varied caseload of road traffic accident claims from instruction through to settlement and, where appropriate, into litigation.

The role requires a strong understanding of personal injury litigation, excellent client management and the ability to progress a high-volume caseload efficiently while maintaining a high standard of service and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience independently managing a caseload of road traffic accident claims.
• Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and litigation process.
• Qualification as a Solicitor or CILEX practitioner with practising rights desirable.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise deadlines across a substantial caseload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Comfort using case management systems and standard Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a wider team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and keeping up to date with legal developments.

Responsibilities

• Manage a substantial caseload of pre- and post-litigation road traffic accident claims, progressing toward settlement or litigation.
• Take full ownership of client relationships with clear advice and regular updates.
• Assess and progress liability disputes and review medical evidence for quantum.
• Prepare schedules of special damages and assess compensation for pain, suffering and loss of amenity.
• Conduct negotiations with insurers and third parties to secure settlements.
• Draft and issue court proceedings where required.
• Complete direction questionnaires and ensure compliance with court orders and deadlines.
• Instruct Counsel and experts as necessary.
• Maintain accurate case records per internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure workload meets targets and service standards.

Skills

Caseload management

CPR knowledge

Pre-litigation

Negotiation

Client management

Time management

Litigation

Autonomy

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Solicitor qualification

CILEX

Practising rights

Tools

Case management systems

MS Office

Job description

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Fast Track Fee Earner to join a busy personal injury team. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of road traffic accident claims, taking responsibility for matters from initial instruction through to settlement and, where appropriate, into litigation.

The role requires a strong understanding of personal injury litigation, excellent client management skills and the ability to progress a high-volume caseload efficiently while maintaining a high standard of service and compliance.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience of independently managing a caseload of road traffic accident claims, including pre-litigation matters.
• Strong working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and the wider litigation process.
• Qualification as a Solicitor or CILEX practitioner with relevant practising rights is desirable.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines across a substantial caseload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, combined with a high level of attention to detail.
• Confidence using case management systems and standard Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to develop and implement effective case strategies.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a wider team.
• A practical, solution-focused approach to resolving issues and progressing claims.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and keeping up to date with relevant legal and procedural developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a substantial caseload of pre- and post-litigation road traffic accident claims, including non-portal matters, progressing each case efficiently towards settlement or litigation where appropriate.
• Take full ownership of client relationships, ensuring clients receive clear advice, regular updates and appropriate support throughout their claim.
• Assess and progress more challenging liability disputes, including motorcycle claims and cases involving disputed or denied liability.
• Evaluate quantum by reviewing medical evidence, assessing injuries and researching relevant authorities where required, particularly in cases involving multiple or complex injuries.
• Prepare schedules of special damages and assess appropriate levels of compensation for pain, suffering and loss of amenity, together with other applicable heads of loss.
• Conduct negotiations with insurers, third parties and their representatives to secure appropriate settlements within agreed timescales.
• Identify cases where litigation may be appropriate and take the necessary steps to progress those matters.
• Draft and issue court proceedings where required.
• Complete direction questionnaires and ensure compliance with court orders, procedural requirements and relevant deadlines.
• Prepare documentation for disclosure and deal with evidential requirements throughout the litigation process.
• Participate in telephone and other hearings as required.
• Prepare and submit evidence in support of clients' claims.
• Instruct Counsel, experts and other appropriate professionals where necessary.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive case records in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Manage workload effectively to ensure targets, service standards and key procedural deadlines are consistently achieved.

What We Offer

This is an opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative legal environment where professional development, high-quality client service and continuous improvement are valued.

We welcome applications from individuals who are committed to developing their career in personal injury law and who can demonstrate a strong track record of effectively managing fast track claims.

If you are an experienced fee earner who enjoys taking ownership of your caseload, negotiating positive outcomes and working within a dynamic legal team, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Contact Lauren at CRA on 0114 241 8030 ~ [e-mail]