Personal Injury Solicitor

Austin Fraser; Heanor; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established law firm as a Personal Injury Solicitor, where you can thrive in a supportive environment focused on client care. This role involves managing a dynamic caseload, including road traffic accidents and complex personal injury litigation. With a commitment to professional development and a strong local presence, you will be part of a dedicated team that values transparency and collaboration. If you're passionate about providing exceptional legal services and making a difference in your community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Ongoing Professional Development

Friendly Team Culture

21 Days Annual Leave

Office Closure Over Christmas

Workplace Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Mindset to manage a busy caseload independently with a client-first attitude.
• Minimum of 2 years' PQE in personal injury law required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of personal injury matters including RTAs and clinical negligence.
• Progress cases efficiently while maintaining high service standards.

Skills

Litigation Skills

Advocacy Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

IT Capabilities

Education

Solicitor Qualification (PQE)

Job description

Are you a skilled Personal Injury Solicitor seeking a new challenge in a supportive and forward-thinking environment? Do you take pride in delivering exceptional legal services with a personal touch? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Our client is a long-established, full-service legal firm with a strong presence in the Mansfield, Ashfield, and Nottingham areas. With over a century of trusted service to both individuals and businesses, their reputation is built on quality advice, local knowledge, and a personable approach.

The firm is proud to hold the Law Society's prestigious LEXCEL accreditation—awarded only to practices that demonstrate the highest standards in client care and legal practice management.

Why Join Our Client?

You'll be part of a team that:

1. Has deep roots in the local community, with some team members serving for over 20 years.
2. Offers a collaborative, client-focused work environment.
3. Values transparency, flexibility, and cost-effective legal support.

What You'll Be Doing

You will manage a dynamic and varied caseload of personal injury matters, including:

1. Road Traffic Accidents (RTA)
2. Employer's Liability (EL) and Public Liability (PL) claims
3. Clinical negligence cases
4. Complex personal injury litigation

You'll be responsible for progressing cases efficiently, maintaining high standards of service, and contributing to the continued growth of the department—particularly within the Heanor office.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

1. A minimum of 2 years' PQE in personal injury law
2. Proven litigation and advocacy skills
3. Strong communication, negotiation, and IT capabilities
4. The ability to manage a busy and varied caseload independently
5. A client-first attitude and a desire to build strong local relationships

Benefits on Offer

1. Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
2. Opportunities for ongoing professional development
3. Supportive and friendly team culture
4. 21 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
5. Office closure over the Christmas period
6. Workplace pension scheme

If you're passionate about delivering outstanding legal support and want to make a meaningful difference in your local community, we'd love to hear from you.