Personal Injury Solicitor Trainee

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Discretionary bonus scheme

Birthday holiday

Optional home working one day per week

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Free parking

Workplace pension scheme

Paid study leave

Annual practising certificate renewal

Professional development and training

Job summary

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a leading Liverpool law firm for a Trainee Solicitor in the Personal Injury Department. The role offers exposure to a broad range of matters with a clear pathway for professional development and qualification.

You will support fee-earning work, manage and progress cases, attend client meetings, draft documents, conduct legal research, and attend court hearings as required. A structured training plan and supportive environment are provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of a mixed caseload including RTA, EL, PL, Clinical Negligence, Housing Disrepair, CICA and Civil Litigation matters
• Attend client meetings and provide a professional and client-focused service
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, court applications and other legal documentation
• Assist with negotiations involving clients, insurers and other third parties
• Undertake legal research and analyse case law to support ongoing matters
• Attend court hearings and other off-site appointments as required
• Monitor and update matters on case management systems and online portals
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, colleagues and external contacts
• Assist with business development and networking activities
• Ensure compliance with SRA regulations, GDPR requirements and internal procedures
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities

Job description

Our client, a leading Liverpool law firm, is recruiting for a Trainee Solicitor to join their Personal Injury Department.

The Role

You will support the Personal Injury Department with fee-earning work, assisting with the management and progression of cases while delivering excellent client care. The position provides exposure to a broad range of matters and offers a clear pathway for professional development and qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of a mixed caseload including RTA, EL, PL, Clinical Negligence, Housing Disrepair, CICA and Civil Litigation matters
• Attend client meetings and provide a professional and client-focused service
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, court applications and other legal documentation
• Assist with negotiations involving clients, insurers and other third parties
• Undertake legal research and analyse case law to support ongoing matters
• Attend court hearings and other off-site appointments as required
• Monitor and update matters on case management systems and online portals
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, colleagues and external contacts
• Assist with business development and networking activities
• Ensure compliance with SRA regulations, GDPR requirements and internal procedures
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• Additional birthday holiday
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Optional home working one day per week
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Free parking
• Workplace pension scheme
• Paid study leave
• Annual practising certificate renewal
• Professional development and training opportunities

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful