Solicitor - Major Injury & Casualty - Bristol - 2+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm in Bristol is seeking a qualified Solicitor with 2+ years PQE to join its Major Injury & Casualty team. You will manage complex catastrophic claims and contribute to a collaborative environment. The role offers hybrid working opportunities, career progression, and a competitive salary between £55,000 and £75,000 based on experience.

Benefits

Collaborative and inclusive culture

Clear career progression pathways

Recognition for high-quality work

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE in defendant personal injury work is required.
• Experience with EL, PL, RTA, or catastrophic injury claims is essential.
• Ability to manage complex matters with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of catastrophic and major injury claims.
• Draft pleadings and prepare client reports.
• Conduct liability investigations and manage medical causation issues.

Skills

Defendant personal injury work

Strong drafting skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Solicitor – Major Injury & Casualty – Bristol – 2+ Years PQE

Location: Bristol

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (Hybrid working available)

Salary: £55,000 - £75,000 (dependent on experience)

A leading global law firm is seeking a Solicitor to join its renowned Major Injury & Casualty team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-value defendant personal injury matters, acting for well‑known insurers and household names. You will be part of a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers you to achieve your full potential.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing a varied caseload of catastrophic and major injury claims, including:

• Defendant catastrophic injury, Employers Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL), and Road Traffic Accident (RTA) matters
• Drafting pleadings, preparing client reports, and attending court hearings
• Conducting liability investigations, gathering evidence, and instructing experts
• Managing complex medical causation issues
• Prioritising work effectively to meet court deadlines and client service level agreements
• Building strong internal and external relationships to maintain and grow client networks
• Providing guidance and support to junior team members

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 2+ years PQE in defendant personal injury work
• Technical expertise and genuine interest in EL, PL, RTA, or catastrophic injury claims
• Experience handling high-value files (either independently or assisting senior colleagues)
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a commercial environment
• Organised, proactive, and confident in managing complex matters

Benefits

The firm offers:

• A collaborative and inclusive culture
• Hybrid working arrangements (mix of office and home working)
• Clear career progression pathways
• Recognition for high-quality work and client service
• Competitive salary and benefits package

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

This employer is an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*