Solicitor - Military - Cardiff - 0-3 Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected UK law firm in Cardiff is seeking two Solicitors with 0-3 years' post-qualification experience to join its Military Department. This role includes responsibilities such as managing client inquiries, preparing court documents, and advising on breach of duty. Candidates should have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication. The position offers a competitive salary between £45,000 and £55,000, along with generous holiday entitlement and other benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Birthday day off

Death in service benefit

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional fees paid

Qualifications

• 0-3 years PQE with claimant litigation exposure essential.
• Experience in managing a caseload independently.
• Previous experience with noise-induced hearing loss claims is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Draft witness evidence and manage client enquiries.
• Handle disclosure documents and prepare court documents.
• Assess medical conditions and review expert reports.
• Advise on breach of duty and supervise the Paralegal team.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Client care skills

Communication skills

Job description

Solicitor - Military - Cardiff - 0-3 Years PQE

Location: Cardiff (Hybrid)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience)

A respected UK law firm is seeking two Solicitors with 0-3 years' post-qualification experience to join its specialist Military Department in Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a collaborative environment, focusing on claims involving military deafness and non-freezing cold injuries.

The Role

• Taking initial client enquiries and drafting witness evidence
• Managing high volumes of disclosure documents
• Updating clients and handling telephone enquiries
• Assisting in instructing counsel
• Preparing court documents and detailed schedules of loss
• Assessing complex medical conditions and reviewing medical reports
• Reviewing expert reports (acoustic engineering, occupational health, environmental, military training)
• Advising on breach of duty and quantum offers
• Supervising and supporting the Paralegal team

Candidate Requirements

• 0-3 years PQE (claimant litigation exposure essential)
• Experience managing a caseload independently
• Previous experience with noise-induced hearing loss claims (advantageous but not essential)
• Strong organisational skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent client care and communication skills

Benefits

• Minimum of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Two Corporate Social Responsibility days
• Birthday day off
• Death in service benefit (2x annual salary)
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts with local businesses
• Professional fees paid (role-dependent)
• Employee recruitment incentive scheme

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]

The firm is an equal opportunities and disability confident committed employer. 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. 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.