Serious Injury Associate - Remote / Hybrid working

CRA Legal; Remote; GBP 49,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A national serious injury practice is seeking an experienced Serious Injury Solicitor at Associate level to manage a portfolio of complex claims, predominantly RTA-based, with values ranging from £125,000 to multi-million-pound cases. This role allows for both individual case management and mentoring of colleagues in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of PQE, a strong track record in high-value litigation, and a commitment to exceptional client care. Flexible working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Fully remote working (UK-based)

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• 8+ years' PQE or equivalent experience in Serious Injury litigation.
• Strong technical ability and track record in high-value cases.
• Interest in mentoring and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-value Serious Injury claims (£125k - £multi-million).
• Deliver exceptional client care and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Mentor colleagues and support team performance against KPIs.

Skills

Complex litigation handling

Client care

Mentoring and coaching

Analytical skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEX

Tools

Case management systems

Word

Excel

Job description

Role: Serious Injury Solicitor - Associate

Location: Cardiff / Fully Remote (UK)

Salary: £49,600 - £72,000 (dependent on experience)

Contract: Full-time | Permanent

Overview

CRA Consulting is working with a nationally recognised serious injury practice as they continue to strengthen their senior fee‑earning and leadership capability within their Serious Injury department. This role is suited to an experienced Serious Injury Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer who enjoys handling high‑value, complex litigation while also mentoring and developing colleagues within a collaborative team structure.

The Opportunity

You'll manage a portfolio of claimant Serious Injury claims, predominantly RTA‑based, with values ranging from £125,000 through to multi‑million‑pound cases, allocated based on experience and technical strength. Alongside running your own caseload, you'll play a key role in supporting, mentoring and guiding colleagues, contributing to departmental performance, strategy and long‑term growth.

What you'll be doing

• Running a caseload of high‑value Serious Injury claims (£125k - £multi‑million)
• Acting as a technical specialist within your chosen SI focus
• Delivering exceptional client care to clients following life‑changing injuries
• Meeting clients regularly, including face‑to‑face where required
• Instructing and working with a multi‑disciplinary team of experts (medical experts, case managers, care experts, architects, forensic accountants and counsel)
• Analysing liability, causation and quantum
• Drafting pleadings, statements and schedules of loss
• Securing early interim payments and rehabilitation packages
• Driving cases to optimal settlement outcomes
• Mentoring and supporting colleagues through technical reviews and 1‑2‑1s
• Supporting team performance against KPIs and objectives
• Contributing to business development, profile raising and departmental growth

What they're looking for

• Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEX
• 8+ years' PQE (or equivalent experience operating at Grade A level)
• Strong track record handling complex, high‑value Serious Injury litigation
• Confident lead fee earner with excellent technical ability
• Interest in mentoring, coaching and team development
• Strong commitment to client care and quality outcomes
• Comfortable working in a performance and target‑driven environment
• Well‑organised, resilient and commercially aware

Desirable (but not essential)

• Previous supervisory or performance management experience
• Business development exposure and industry profile
• Strong professional network within Serious Injury / PI
• Confident user of case management systems, Word and Excel

Salary & Benefits - Key Highlights

• £49,600 - £72,000 basic salary
• Fully remote working (UK‑based)
• High‑value, complex Serious Injury caseload
• Clear scope to progress into senior technical or leadership roles
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Long‑term career development within a specialist Serious Injury environment

Interested?

If you're a Serious Injury Solicitor at Associate level looking for high‑quality work, strong earning potential and genuine flexibility, I would be very happy to talk this through confidentially.

Rob Addy – CRA Consulting
07378 123456
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