RTA Fee Earner

MPJ Recruitment; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Career progression

Training

Birthday day off

Pension plan

Staff awards

Job summary

MPJ Recruitment is seeking an experienced Litigator or Solicitor to join our Blackburn Personal Injury team, specialising in Road Traffic Accidents. The role involves managing a varied caseload from inception to settlement or trial, with a supportive, forward-thinking firm.

We welcome applications from those with 1.5–2 years' PI/RTA litigation experience, CPR knowledge, and a proactive, client-focused approach.

Qualifications

• 1.5–2 years' experience handling litigated RTA and/or Personal Injury.
• Strong knowledge of CPR and the litigation process.
• Qualified as Solicitor, Legal Executive, or experienced non-qualified fee earner.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of litigated RTA and Personal Injury claims.
• Progressing files from inception to settlement or trial.
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and trial documentation.
• Negotiating settlements with insurers and third parties.
• Liaising with counsel, clients, medical experts, and insurers.
• Ensuring compliance with CPR and internal service standards.
• Delivering a professional, proactive, and client-focused service.

Skills

Litigation

Personal Injury

RTA

CPR knowledge

Negotiation

Time management

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Experienced Litigator / Solicitor - Personal Injury & RTA

Blackburn

Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm (Flexible hours and hybrid working arrangement available)

Salary: From £35,000 + Great Bonus Scheme

Are you an ambitious Personal Injury Litigator or Solicitor looking to join a forward-thinking and supportive legal team where your expertise is recognised and rewarded?

We are actively seeking a motivated and experienced Litigator to join our growing Personal Injury department, specialising in Road Traffic Accident (RTA) claims. This is an exciting opportunity to handle high-quality work within a collaborative environment that genuinely invests in your development and career progression.

If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, enjoy managing your own caseload, and take pride in delivering exceptional client care, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

• You will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of litigated RTA and Personal Injury matters from inception through to settlement or trial.
• Working alongside an experienced and supportive team, you will play a key role in delivering excellent outcomes for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of litigated RTA and Personal Injury claims
• Progressing files efficiently from inception to settlement or trial
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and trial documentation
• Negotiating settlements with insurers and third parties
• Liaising with counsel, clients, medical experts, and insurers
• Ensuring compliance with CPR and internal service standards
• Delivering a professional, proactive, and client-focused service

About You

We are looking for a confident and driven legal professional who can work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.

You will ideally have:

• A minimum of 1.5 - 2 years' experience handling litigated RTA and/or Personal Injury matters
• Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and litigation process
• Experience managing Fast Track matters independently
• Multi-Track experience (advantageous but not essential)
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities
• A proactive and results-driven approach
• Qualification as a Solicitor, Legal Executive, or experienced non-qualified fee earner

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Birthday day off after your first year of service
• Pension scheme and additional staff benefits
• Annual staff awards and end-of-year celebration
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Join Us

If you are looking for a role where your hard work is valued, your progression is supported, and you can make a real impact within a growing litigation team, we would love to hear from you.