Senior Serious Injury Solicitor – High-Value Claims

Minster Law Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary £48,000–£75,000

Career development and progression

Supportive and collaborative culture

Opportunity to contribute to business 

Job summary

Minster Law in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Associate Serious Injury Solicitor to manage a portfolio of high-value claims from inception to settlement, mentoring colleagues and supporting department growth.

You will act as a technical expert, deliver exceptional client care, build relationships through meetings, and work with a multidisciplinary team to maximise settlements and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEX with a minimum of 8 years PQE, or able to demonstrate equivalent experience and recover Grade A rates.
• Extensive experience managing serious injury claims as a lead fee earner.
• Strong technical litigation skills and sound knowledge of court procedures.
• Proven ability to manage high-value and complex claimant personal injury matters.
• Passion for delivering exceptional client care.
• Experience mentoring, coaching or supporting the development of colleagues.
• Strong professional profile within the Personal Injury sector.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining high standards of legal work and client service.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of complex serious injury claims from inception through to settlement.
• Act as a technical expert within your chosen specialism.
• Deliver exceptional client care to individuals who have experienced traumatic and life-changing injuries.
• Build strong relationships through regular client communication and face-to-face meetings.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of experts including medical professionals, case managers, care experts, architects, forensic accountants and Counsel.
• Analyse evidence and advise on liability, causation and quantum.
• Draft key legal documents including witness statements, pleadings and schedules of loss.
• Secure early rehabilitation and interim payments where appropriate.
• Maximise settlement outcomes for clients.
• Mentor, coach and develop colleagues across the team.
• Conduct technical reviews, case reviews and regular one-to-one meetings.
• Support the implementation of best practice, new processes and continuous improvement initiatives.]

Skills

High-stakes serious injury litigation

Client relationship management

Mentoring juniors

Lead fee earner

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEX

8 years PQE

Tools

Case management systems

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Minster Law in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Associate Serious Injury Solicitor to manage a portfolio of high-value claims from inception to settlement, mentoring colleagues and supporting department growth.

You will act as a technical expert, deliver exceptional client care, build relationships through meetings, and work with a multidisciplinary team to maximise settlements and drive continuous improvement.