Serious Injury Associate - Remote Based

Minster Law Ltd; Durkar; Teletrabalho; GBP 48 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Minster Law seeks an Associate Serious Injury to manage a portfolio of high-value claims from inception to settlement, delivering exceptional client care and leadership within the Serious Injury team.

You will work with medical professionals, case managers and counsel to secure favourable outcomes, mentor colleagues and contribute to department strategy and growth. This remote-based role offers a competitive salary and challenging casework.

Qualificações

• Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEX with 8+ years PQE or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience managing serious injury claims as lead fee earner.
• Strong technical litigation skills and knowledge of court procedures.
• Proven ability to manage high-value and complex claimant personal injury matters.
• Experience mentoring, coaching or supporting colleague development.
• Experience supervising or leading a team.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience using case management systems with Word and Excel.

Responsabilidades

• 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 with traumatic injuries.
• Build relationships through regular client communication and meetings.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team of medical professionals, case managers, care experts and Counsel.
• Analyse evidence and advise on liability, causation and quantum.
• Draft key legal documents including witness statements and schedules of loss.
• Secure early rehabilitation and interim payments where appropriate.
• Maximise settlement outcomes for clients.

Conhecimentos

Legal expertise

Client care

Team leadership

Mentoring

Formação académica

Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEX

Ferramentas

Case management systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Associate - Serious Injury

Location: Remote Based
Salary: £48,000 - £75,000 per annum
Department: Time Costed Claims

Make a Difference When It Matters Most

At Minster Law, we help people rebuild their lives following serious and life-changing injuries. We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Associate Serious Injury Solicitor to join our highly regarded Serious Injury team.

This is an exciting opportunity to manage a portfolio of complex, high-value claimant serious injury cases while playing a key role in mentoring colleagues, developing talent, and contributing to the continued growth and success of the department.

You’ll handle a varied caseload of predominantly RTA-related serious injury claims, ranging from £125,000 to multi-million-pound settlements, working alongside industry-leading experts to secure the best possible outcomes for your clients.

The Role

As an Associate within our Serious Injury team, you’ll combine exceptional legal expertise with outstanding client care and leadership skills.

You will:

• 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.

• Support department strategy, growth initiatives and business development activities.

• Raise the profile of the Serious Injury team through industry engagement, article writing and client testimonials.

• 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.

Essential Requirements

• 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.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.

• Performance management and coaching experience.

• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Experience using case management systems alongside Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Business development experience and an established professional network.

• Connections with organisations such as APIL, Headway, SIA or similar industry bodies.

• A proactive, resilient and positive approach to challenges and change.

Why Join Minster Law?

At Minster Law, you’ll become part of a team recognised for delivering outstanding outcomes for seriously injured clients. We foster a collaborative and supportive culture where colleagues are encouraged to develop, grow and shape their careers.

We offer:

Competitive salary of £48,000 - £75,000
High-quality, complex and rewarding casework
Career development and progression opportunities
A supportive and collaborative culture
Opportunities to contribute to business growth and strategy
The chance to make a genuine difference to clients' lives

Diversity & Inclusion

Minster Law is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to be themselves. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer.