Personal Injury Lawyer

Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector; London; On-site; GBP 62,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking two experienced Personal Injury Lawyers to join their dynamic litigation team. This role involves managing a caseload of Personal Injury claims, from fast-track to multi-track, within a supportive Central Government environment. The successful candidates will be part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional service while navigating the complexities of personal injury law. With the potential for contract extension and flexible working arrangements, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a well-respected legal department. If you possess strong organizational and analytical skills, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Central London Location

Access to Unique Government Work

Likely extension of contract

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with strong litigation experience.
• Ability to manage a busy civil litigation caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of private law claims, including Personal Injury claims.
• Formulate litigation strategies and ensure compliance with established strategies.

Skills

Private law litigation experience

Personal injury litigation experience

Good drafting skills

Ability to meet time and billing targets

Civil litigation caseload management

Post Qualifying Experience

Personal injury defendant work

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

Personal Injury Lawyer

£31 PAYE (£61,200 annual equivalent)

Locum, initial 12 month Contract with the likelihood of extension

London

A Central Government Legal Department are looking for two experienced Personal Injury lawyers to join their litigation team advising a London-based Ministerial Body. Our client is looking for passionate individuals to join their dynamic and growing legal Department, and successfully assist and deliver a wide range of Personal Injury claims.

As a Personal Injury Lawyer, you will be working within Central Government which is dedicated to its clients and supportive of its team members. You will work within the Personal Injury team to assist in a busy caseload of Personal Injury Claims. These claims will consist of fast-track and multi-track claims, as well as litigation, and will consist of all aspects of the case from pre-action stage up to and including appeals.

Key responsibilities of the Personal Injury Lawyer

• Managing a caseload of private law claims, including Personal Injury claims
• Use a process of analysis, planning, scheduling, prioritising, action, quality, monitoring and review.
• Giving early warning to those affected by changing priorities.
• Has up-to-the-minute case files readily available.
• Displays an understanding of the context in which the Government Legal Department operates.
• Is capable of formulating robust litigation strategies and ensuring compliance with established strategies in group work.

Required skills and experience of the Personal Injury Lawyer

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister
• Strong private law/personal injury litigation experience are essential
• Good drafting and written skills are essential
• Ability to meet time and billing targets is essential
• Experience in managing a busy civil litigation caseload is essential
• 2 years Post Qualifying Experience is desirable
• Experience in personal injury defendant work is desirable

What is on offer for the Personal Injury Lawyer?

• £61,200 Annual Equivalent
• Flexible working arrangements
• Central London Location
• Access to Unique Government Work
• Likely extension of your 12-month contract

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established Central Government Team that prides itself in the first-class service it offers its clients. Our client also offers the potential extension of your 12-month contract as a Personal Injury Lawyer.

If you believe you have strong organisational and legal analytical skills, and you believe you would be able to produce high-quality work to tight deadlines, please apply now, or contact Albert Pearson at Sellick Partnership.