Personal Injury Solicitor

Realm Recruit; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Performance bonus

Free parking

Supportive culture

Clear progression pathway

Job summary

A reputable independent PI practice in Cheshire is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Solicitor or CILEX to manage a high-quality EL/PL caseload. This role provides clear expectations, job security, and a supportive work culture. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years' PQE, strong EL/PL claims experience, and is comfortable managing 100–125 files. The position also offers competitive salary, hybrid working options, and a genuine commitment to team success and client care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' PQE needed in personal injury law.
• Experience managing a caseload of 100–125 files effectively.
• Background in claimant personal injury work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of EL/PL files from instruction through to settlement.
• Deliver excellent client care with clear, empathetic communication.
• Progress cases efficiently while meeting billing and performance targets.
• Progress cases efficiently while meeting billing targets.
• Collaborate with team to support department performance.

Skills

Experience handling EL/PL claims

Strong litigation skills

Organised and commercially aware

Good communication skills

Collaborative attitude

Ability to manage a personal caseload

Education

Solicitor or CILEX with minimum 5 years' PQE

Tools

Case management software

Job description

• Manage a high-quality EL/PL caseload in a stable, independent PI practice


• Clear performance expectations with realistic billing and strong job security


• Hybrid working, free parking, and a genuinely supportive, family-friendly culture

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Personal Injury Solicitor or CILEX to join a well-established claimant PI team in Cheshire, handling a predominantly EL/PL caseload with a steady, reliable source of work.

In your first six months, you’ll take ownership of around 100–125 files. By 12 months, you’ll be consistently meeting billing targets, demonstrating strong litigation skills, and managing client relationships confidently. Longer term, you’ll be a trusted and valued member of the department, contributing to team success and maintaining the firm’s strong reputation for quality claimant work.

This role suits someone who enjoys running their own caseload, values job security, and wants to work somewhere down-to-earth where people genuinely enjoy working together.

Who we’re looking for

• Solicitor or CILEX with minimum 5 years’ PQE


• Strong experience handling EL/PL claims


• Confident managing a personal caseload of 100–125 files


• Background in claimant personal injury work


• Good exposure to fast-track matters, with some intermediate or higher-value experience helpful


• Organised, commercially aware, and comfortable working to targets


• Approachable, collaborative, and a good cultural fit for a close-knit team

What you’ll be doing

• Managing a caseload of EL/PL files from instruction through to settlement


• Handling primarily fast-track matters, with some intermediate cases


• Delivering excellent client care with clear, empathetic communication


• Progressing cases efficiently while meeting billing and performance targets


• Building strong working relationships within your team


• Contributing positively to overall department performance

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)


• Performance bonus available for exceeding targets


• Hybrid working – currently 2 days from home, with plans to move to 3


• Flexibility considered on a person-by-person basis


• Office based in Cheshirewith free on-site parking


• Strong job security within a long-standing, independent PI practice


• Clear progression pathway for high performers


• Supportive, sociable, and family-friendly culture


• A team environment where people are valued, supported, and stay long-term

Contact Kim Stark

📩 [e-mail]
📞 03300 245 606

Kim specialises in personal injury recruitment across the North West and can talk you through how this role compares to other EL/PL opportunities across the North West.