Serious Injury Solicitor

BCL Legal; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Birthday day off

Death in service benefit

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee referral incentive scheme

Discounts with local businesses

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in Manchester is seeking a Serious Injury Solicitor (2-4 PQE) to join its highly regarded Serious Injury team. You’ll work with Partners and Senior Fee Earners on a varied catastrophic injury caseload and provide hands-on support throughout each matter.

You will draft key documents, instructions to experts, attend court hearings (in person and remotely), and act as a main point of contact for clients and families.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 2-4 years' PQE in catastrophic injury preferred.
• Experience handling claimant catastrophic injury matters.
• Strong understanding of Civil Procedure Rules and protocols.
• Excellent organisational and client-care skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft key legal documents such as Schedules of Loss, Disclosure Lists, Witness Statements and Cost Budgets.
• Prepare instructions to experts and counsel.
• Attend court hearings (in person and remotely).
• Act as a primary point of contact for clients, families and third-party professionals.
• Possibility to manage own caseload of lower value, less complex Multi-Track matters depending on experience.
• Receive regular supervision and guidance to build a long-term career in catastrophic injury work.

Skills

PQE 2-4 years

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Serious Injury Solicitor (2-4 PQE)

Manchester | Hybrid Working

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Serious Injury Solicitor (2-4 PQE) to join the Manchester office of a leading UK law firm within its highly regarded Serious Injury team.

The Team

The Serious Injury department represents claimants and their families following life-changing injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries and amputations. The team is recognised for its client-first approach, with a strong emphasis on early rehabilitation and long-term support to help clients rebuild their lives.

The Role

You will work closely with Partners and Senior Fee Earners on a varied and complex catastrophic injury caseload, providing hands-on legal support throughout the life of each matter.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Drafting key legal documents such as Schedules of Loss, Disclosure Lists, Witness Statements and Cost Budgets
• Preparing instructions to experts and counsel
• Attending court hearings (in person and remotely)
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, their families and third-party professionals
• Depending on experience, there may be scope to manage your own caseload of lower value, less complex Multi-Track matters.
• You will be well supported through regular supervision and guidance, making this an ideal role for someone looking to build a long-term career in catastrophic injury work.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with 2-4 years' PQE
• Experience handling or assisting on claimant catastrophic injury matters
• Strong understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules and relevant protocols
• Technically confident with excellent organisational skills
• Personable, empathetic and comfortable dealing with vulnerable clients
• A collaborative team player with a genuine commitment to client care
• Client care sits at the heart of this firm's ethos, so the ability to handle clients who may present with challenging behaviours in a sensitive and professional manner is essential.

Life at the Firm

This is a firm that embraces challenge, values purpose, and is driven by achieving the right outcomes for clients. With offices across the UK, it offers a collegiate culture, forward-thinking leadership and a strong commitment to community engagement and social responsibility.

Benefits Include:

• Minimum 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Birthday day off
• Hybrid working
• Death in service benefit
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee referral incentive scheme
• Discounts with local businesses

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.