Personal Injury Solicitor

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm is seeking a Personal Injury Solicitor to manage serious injury cases. This remote role requires office presence twice a month. The firm offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Matched-contribution workplace pension

Life assurance

Healthcare cash plan

Income protection insurance

Annual discretionary bonus

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' PQE in handling serious injury matters.
• Proficient in managing high-value, complex claimant cases.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of claimant serious injury matters valued between £50-150k.
• Providing expert legal advice and representation to clients.
• Collaborating with medical professionals and other stakeholders.

Skills

Legal Advice

Case Management

Negotiation

Collaboration

Education

Solicitor or equivalent

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• Remote role with office presence only twice per month.

About Our Client

This award-winning national law firm is renowned for its expertise in personal injury law, particularly in handling complex, high-value serious injury cases. The firm boasts some of the largest legal teams in the UK, offering ample opportunities for career progression. They are Investors in People Platinum accredited, demonstrating a strong commitment to employee development and well-being.

Job Description

The Personal Injury Solicitor will be responsible for:

• Managing a caseload of claimant serious injury matters valued between £50-150k.
• Providing expert legal advice and representation to clients throughout the claims process.
• Collaborating with medical professionals, experts, and other stakeholders to build robust cases.
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and procedural requirements.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records using the firm's case management system.
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members, as appropriate.
• Attending court hearings and settlement negotiations as required.
• Keeping abreast of developments in personal injury law and practice.

The Successful Applicant

The Personal Injury Solicitor should be:

• A solicitor or equivalent with a minimum of 4 years' PQE in handling serious injury matters.
• Proficient in managing high-value, complex claimant cases.
• Experienced in working with medical experts and interpreting complex medical evidence.
• Able to demonstrate a strong track record of successful settlements and litigated outcomes.
• Willing to travel to the office twice a month for team collaboration and meetings.

What's on Offer

In addition to a competitive salary of £40,000 to £55,000, the firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Matched-contribution workplace pension, with the firm topping up your monthly contribution by up to 5% of your salary.
• Life assurance providing 4x your salary to your beneficiaries.
• Healthcare cash plan to support various health and well-being services.
• Income protection insurance, paying up to 75% of your salary if you're unable to work due to illness or disability.
• Annual discretionary bonus scheme based on company and personal performance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression within a supportive environment.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work with bi-monthly office visits.
• A commitment to diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being.

If you're an experienced Serious Injury Fee Earner, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.