Personal Injury Lawyer

Higgs LLP; Brierley Hill; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical

Pension

Hybrid working

Wellness days

Life assurance

Job summary

Higgs LLP in the United Kingdom is seeking a Principal Associate to lead a diverse caseload of complex, high-value catastrophic injury matters. You will work alongside experienced Partners to deliver exceptional client service and drive growth.

This role demands an ambitious solicitor with a proven track record in serious injury work, strong negotiation skills, and a client-first, commercially minded approach. The firm offers a hybrid model and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in serious or catastrophic injury work.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Commercially aware with a client-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead a caseload of complex catastrophic injury claims.
• Conduct litigation, negotiate settlements and work with experts.
• Mentor junior team members and support development.
• Build relationships with referrers, insurers and stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development and raise team profile.

Skills

Catastrophic injury experience

Negotiation skills

Client communication

Business development

Mentoring

Job description

Job title

Principal Associate

Your Role

This is a rewarding opportunity working alongside highly experienced Partners and managing a diverse caseload of complex, high-value Catastrophic Injury matters.

We are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded solicitor to join our highly regarded Catastrophic Injury team. This is an opportunity to handle complex, high-value claims, support clients through some of the most challenging periods of their lives, and play a key role in the growth of a successful practice.

What You will Do

• Lead a caseload of complex catastrophic injury claims.
• Deliver exceptional client care, combining legal expertise with empathy and compassion.
• Conduct litigation, negotiate settlements, and collaborate with leading counsel and medical experts.
• Mentor and support junior team members, helping them develop and succeed.
• Build strong relationships with referrers, insurers, and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development, networking, and raising the profile of the team.

What We are Looking For

• An experienced solicitor with a strong track record in serious or catastrophic injury work.
• A confident communicator and skilled negotiator.
• Commercially aware with a client-first mindset.
• Proactive, driven, and able to manage competing priorities.
• Passionate about delivering outstanding results and exceptional client service.
• Keen to get involved in networking, business development, and helping shape the future of the team.

What Sets Higgs Apart

• Career progression: transparent, meritocratic process for promotions.
• Continuous learning: mentoring programmes, workshops and structured development
• Flexible working: hybrid model, flexible hours, wellness days
• Comprehensive benefits: private medical, enhanced family leave, pension, life assurance
• Inclusive culture: employee resource groups, EDI training, Inclusion group
• Strong ESG & community ethos: carbon reduction initiatives, charitable partnerships,
• Celebrating our roots: Black Country values of Care, Legacy, Excellence, Authenticity, Relationships

If you're looking for high-quality work, greater responsibility, and the chance to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.