Personal Injury Solicitor (4-8 PQE) - Remote

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in the UK is seeking a Personal Injury Solicitor with 4-8 years of experience to manage serious injury cases. The role involves providing expert legal advice, representing clients, and collaborating with medical experts. A competitive salary of £40,000 to £50,000 and a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements, are offered. This is an excellent opportunity for career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus additional days

Matched-contribution workplace pension

Life assurance at 4x salary

Healthcare cash plan

Income protection insurance

Annual discretionary bonus

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-8 years' PQE in serious injury matters.
• Proficient in managing high-value claimant cases.
• Strong track record of successful settlements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of serious injury matters valued £50-150k.
• Attend court hearings and negotiations.
• Keep abreast of developments in personal injury law.

Skills

Management of serious injury cases

Legal advice and representation

Collaboration with medical professionals

Interpreting complex medical evidence

Supervising junior team members

Education

Solicitor or equivalent

Job description

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 £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 4-8 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 £50,000, the firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 25 days holiday with the opportunity to accrue an additional 12 days through flexible working
• 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 Injury Fee Earner, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.