Personal Injury (Work and Public Place Injury) - Solicitor

IDEX Consulting; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Edinburgh is seeking a skilled Personal Injury Solicitor to join their Work and Public Place Injury team. The role involves managing caseloads, representing clients, and mentoring junior members. Candidates should be qualified Scottish Solicitors with strong advocacy skills and a client-focused approach. The position offers competitive salary, hybrid working, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Training and career progression

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Hybrid working after initial training

Holiday loyalty scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in Sheriff Courts and All-Scotland Personal Injury Court.
• Confidence working independently with supervision.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach.

Responsibilities

• Assessing case viability and conducting initial consultations.
• Managing a range of personal injury claims from enquiry through to litigation.
• Representing clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings.

Skills

Strong advocacy skills

Excellent knowledge of court procedures

Time management

Client-focused approach

Education

Qualified Scottish Solicitor - NQ - 5 years PQE

Job description

Are you a skilled and driven Personal Injury Solicitor ready to make a real difference in your clients' lives? If you're passionate about securing justice and compensation for people injured at work or in public places, this is your opportunity to step into a rewarding role within a supportive and dynamic legal team.

About the Role:

You'll be joining a dedicated Work and Public Place Injury (WPPI) team focused on securing the best outcomes for clients who've suffered injuries in the workplace or public environments. Working with experienced Solicitors and Paralegals, you'll manage a caseload of both pre-litigation and litigated matters from initial instruction to resolution or proof.

You'll be involved in:

• Assessing case viability and conducting initial consultations
• Managing a range of personal injury claims from enquiry through to litigation
• Representing clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings
• Drafting legal documents and conducting legal research
• Advising clients on legal processes and outcomes
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members

About You:

• Qualified Scottish Solicitor - NQ - 5 years PQE
• Experience in Sheriff Courts and All-Scotland Personal Injury Court
• Strong advocacy skills
• Excellent knowledge of court procedures and case management
• Compassionate, empathetic, and client-focused approach
• Confident working independently with appropriate supervision
• Strong team player with good time management and attention to detail
• Commercially aware and results-oriented

What's on Offer:

• Training and career progression
• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Hybrid working (2/3 days from home weekly after initial training)
• Holiday loyalty scheme and option to buy/sell holidays
• Well-being support
• Enhanced maternity & paternity policies

If you are passionate about client care and ready to take the next step in your legal career and help people when they need it most, then please contact me to hear further details at 07384 795772 or email me at [e-mail].

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