PI/Clinical Negligence Fee Earner

Sue Ross Recruitment Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Career development

Collaborative team

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Sue Ross Legal is representing a highly respected law firm seeking a Personal Injury/Clinical Negligence Fee Earner on a permanent basis. The role supports cases of serious injuries and requires handling claims at various levels from Assistant to Senior.

As a Personal Injury Fee Earner, you will manage claims, liaise with clients, and work with notable barristers. There are clear career progression paths across three levels.

Qualifications

• Excellent telephone and written communication skills.
• Strong legal research and document preparation skills.
• Highly organized, proactive, and task-driven.
• Demonstrated client care and relationship-building abilities.
• Working knowledge of personal injury and/or clinical negligence litigation.
• Familiarity with the Pre-Action Protocols, Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), and litigation process.
• Understanding of solicitor/client retainers.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain strong communication with clients throughout their case.
• Draft pre-action correspondence and key litigation documents.
• Assess liability, quantum, and prepare medical and damages evidence.
• Coordinate treatment and rehabilitation where needed.
• Instruct Counsel and attend conferences, applications, and trials.
• Take witness statements and compile special damages documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Pre-Action Protocols and Court directions.
• Conduct litigation and dispute resolution.
• Prepare claims for trial and support successful outcomes.

Skills

Phone skills

Legal research

Document prep

Client care

PI/Clinical negligence knowledge

CPR familiarity

Retainer understanding

Job description

Sue Ross Legal are working on behalf of our client, a highly respected Law Firm who are seeking a PI/Clinical Negligence Fee Earner. They will consider candidates at paralegal, legal executive, and solicitor level on a permanent basis.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed and empathetic legal professional to join a specialist team handling personal injury and clinical negligence claims. This role offers hands-on experience in cases involving serious and catastrophic injuries, allowing you to make a tangible impact in clients' lives.

As a Personal Injury Fee Earner, you will be responsible for managing legal claims for individuals who have suffered injuries due to third-party negligence. Building strong client relationships is vital—you will become a key part of their support system, helping to secure the treatment, rehabilitation, and compensation they deserve.

The position is structured across three progressive levels—Assistant, Associate, and Senior—with each level increasing in complexity and case value. At the senior level, you will typically handle claims exceeding £250,000 and collaborate with some of the UK’s leading barristers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain strong communication with clients throughout their case
• Draft pre-action correspondence and key litigation documents
• Assess liability, quantum, and prepare medical and damages evidence
• Coordinate treatment and rehabilitation where needed
• Instruct Counsel and attend conferences, applications, and trials
• Take witness statements and compile special damages documentation
• Ensure compliance with Pre-Action Protocols and Court directions
• Conduct litigation and dispute resolution
• Prepare claims for trial and support successful outcomes

Candidate Requirements

• Excellent telephone and written communication skills
• Strong legal research and document preparation skills
• Highly organized, proactive, and task-driven
• Demonstrated client care and relationship-building abilities
• Working knowledge of personal injury and/or clinical negligence litigation
• Familiarity with the Pre-Action Protocols, Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), and litigation process
• Understanding of solicitor/client retainers

What’s on Offer

This role offers a clear and supported career path. As you gain experience and demonstrate your capabilities, you will take on more complex, higher-value cases and may progress into mentoring, supervisory, or senior leadership roles within the team.

• The chance to work on high-impact personal injury cases
• Exposure to complex and rewarding legal work
• A supportive and collaborative legal team
• Flexibility with full-time and part-time hours
• Structured career development opportunities

This is an outstanding organization to work with and the successful candidate will enjoy being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team culture.