Personal Injury Solicitor

Anakin Seal Legal Recruitment; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission scheme

Full training and support

Office environment

Clear progression opportunities

Job summary

Anakin Seal Legal Recruitment is seeking a Solicitor/CILEX or experienced litigator for a role based in a collaborative, office-based environment in Greater Manchester. The ideal candidate will handle fast-track non-RTA claims from instruction through to conclusion, with strong drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills.

The role offers a salary up to £55,000 (dependent on experience), a transparent commission scheme, and full training and support for those transitioning away from RTA work, all

Qualifications

• At least 1 year PQE or CILEX qualification or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience managing a litigated caseload from cradle to grave.
• Strong knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and litigation process.
• Experience handling fast-track non-RTA claims; open to RTA-litigators moving to EL/OL/PL work.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of predominantly fast-track non-RTA claims from instruction through to conclusion.
• Progress cases proactively through litigation to achieve best client outcomes.
• Draft, negotiate and advocate effectively to secure favorable resolutions.
• Maintain strong billing performance in a target-driven environment.

Skills

Litigation

Drafting

Negotiation

Advocacy

Billing

Target driven

Proactive

Education

CILEX qualification

Solicitor qualification

Tools

Proclaim CMS

Job description

Role Overview

Our client, a well-established and high-performing claimant law firm, is seeking a Solicitor/CILEX or experienced litigator. This opportunity is based in a collaborative, office-focused environment designed to support professional development and career progression.

The role will involve managing a varied caseload of predominantly fast-track non-RTA claims, both pre and post issue, from instruction through to conclusion. The firm benefits from high-quality, non-CMC sources of work, ensuring exposure to strong, genuine claims.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed

We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:

• At least 1 year PQE, CILEX qualification, or equivalent experience
• Proven experience managing a litigated caseload from cradle to grave
• Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and litigation process
• Experience handling fast-track claims. The work is non-RTA but confident RTA litigators looking to move over to EL/OL/PL work will be considered
• Ability to progress cases proactively through litigation to achieve the best possible client outcomes
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills
• A strong billing track record and ability to work effectively in a target-driven environment
• A proactive and resilient mindset, with genuine tenacity and enthusiasm

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience using Proclaim case management system
• Exposure to both portal and non-portal claims
• Experience progressing cases to trial or final hearings

What’s on Offer?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm known for its strong culture, high-quality work and clear progression opportunities. The successful candidate will benefit from:

• Basic salary of up to £55,000 depending on experience
• A highly competitive and transparent commission scheme with no thresholds or caps, paid monthly
• High-quality work from trusted, non-CMC sources
• Full training and support for those transitioning away from RTA work
• Dedicated or shared support from Litigation Assistants and secretarial staff
• A sociable, collaborative office environment that promotes development and knowledge sharing
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing and ambitious firm