Personal Injury Solicitor

SilverOak Solicitors; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in West London is seeking a Personal Injury Solicitor with a minimum of 1 year PQE. The role involves managing personal injury litigation cases from start to finish, client interviews, and legal document preparation. Competitive salary based on experience, bonus scheme, and opportunities for professional development are offered. Candidates should possess strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Company pension

Profit sharing

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• 1 year PQE in Claimant personal injury law required.
• Experience with MOJ portal preferred.
• Ability to manage a high caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury litigation from inception to conclusion.
• Conduct client interviews and gather case details.
• Draft and prepare legal documents.
• Organise and maintain case files.

Skills

Excellent client care and communication skills

Critical thinking and analysis

Negotiation skills

Case management

Legal expertise in personal injury

Job description

Overview

We are looking to hire a Personal Injury Solicitor to join our rapidly growing law firm in West London. We are open to recruiting candidates on a full-time basis. We offer a competitive salary based on experience, a bonus scheme (linked to billing targets), and professional development opportunities.

The Role

This position requires a strong background in personal injury litigation, along with experience using the MOJ portal. You will manage a varied caseload of EL, PL, and RTA claims, focusing primarily on Fast-Track work while also supporting partners on Multi-Track matters.

Main duties

• Managing all aspects of personal injury litigation from inception to conclusion.
• Conducting client interviews and gathering relevant case details.
• Drafting and preparing legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and disclosure requests.
• Organising and maintaining case files and documentation.
• Conducting legal research and analysis on applicable laws and regulations.
• Assisting in trial preparation, including witness preparation and exhibit organisation.
• Scheduling appointments, depositions, and court appearances.
• Supporting the principal solicitor and office manager.

What Are We Looking For?

Candidates should have experience in Claimant personal injury and a minimum of 1 year’s PQE. Proficiency with case management systems and the ability to manage a high caseload effectively are essential.

We are looking for individuals who

• Excellent client care and communication skills (oral and written).
• Use critical thinking and analysis to solve problems, drawing on multiple sources of information to make reasoned, evidence-based decisions.
• Negotiate effectively by understanding all parties\' interests and proposing persuasive compromises.
• Proactively plan, manage, and progress legal cases to achieve the best outcomes for clients and the firm.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and third parties, responding effectively to their needs and priorities.
• Have experience with both pre-litigated and litigated PI claims (RTA, EL, PL, and serious injuries).
• Demonstrate sound legal expertise in personal injury.

Additionally, experience in housing disrepair, medical negligence, and industrial disease cases is a strong advantage.

What Will You Get?

You’ll work on a range of challenging and rewarding personal injury cases, including employer's liability, public liability, and road traffic accidents.

There will also be opportunities to support the growth of our housing disrepair and medical negligence departments, if you have relevant experience and interest.

We offer a competitive salary (commensurate with experience) and additional benefits for the right candidate.

Who Are We?

You’ll be joining a small, ambitious, and friendly team that has doubled in size over the past two years. We’re now entering the next phase of growth, expanding our services into housing disrepair and medical negligence.

We pride ourselves on acting in our clients’ best interests. Integrity is key to our success, and we are committed to removing barriers to accessing legal services—particularly for disadvantaged individuals. Our long-term goal is to become a full-service law firm, and we are looking for like-minded professionals to grow with us.

Summary

How to apply: [e-mail]

Job Type: Full-time

Additional pay: Bonus scheme

Benefits: Company pension, profit sharing

Schedule: 8-hour shift (9:00 – 17:30)

Location: West London – must reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting

Experience: Personal Injury Solicitor: minimum 1 year (required)