Solicitor / Senior Solicitor - Large Loss & Motor (2-5 PQE)

IDEX Consulting; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Scotland is seeking a Solicitor or Senior Solicitor with 2-5 years PQE. The role involves high-value complex litigation, managing a motor claims caseload, and opportunities for business development. The position offers hybrid working with 1 to 2 days a week in the Glasgow office. Ideal candidates will have solid litigation experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage priorities under pressure.

Benefits

High-quality litigation work

Career development opportunities

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 2-5 years PQE, flexible for strong candidates.
• Solid litigation experience, ideally in personal injury or motor work.
• Ability to manage competing priorities under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the investigation and defence of large loss and catastrophic injury cases.
• Running a reduced litigated motor caseload.
• Conducting forensic review of liability, causation and quantum.
• Drafting advice, pleadings, and client correspondence.
• Liaising with clients, witnesses, counsel, and medical experts.
• Court appearances and supporting advocacy.
• Contributing to business development, including articles, blogs and events.

Skills

Litigation experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Time recording experience

Job description

Overview

We\'re working with a leading law firm in Scotland who are seeking a talented Solicitor or Senior Solicitor with 2-5 years\' PQE (applications outside this range will also be considered where relevant experience is demonstrated).

This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with a highly experienced team on high-value, complex litigation, while also managing your own caseload of motor claims. The role offers exposure to large loss and catastrophic injury defence work, opportunities for court appearances, and involvement in business development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the investigation and defence of large loss and catastrophic injury cases.
• Running a reduced litigated motor caseload.
• Conducting forensic review of liability, causation and quantum.
• Drafting advice, pleadings, and client correspondence.
• Liaising with clients, witnesses, counsel, and medical experts.
• Court appearances and supporting advocacy.
• Contributing to business development, including articles, blogs and events.

About you

• 2-5 years PQE (flexible for strong candidates).
• Solid litigation experience, ideally with exposure to personal injury or motor work.
• Excellent communication, organisation and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities under pressure.
• Team player with the confidence to work independently.
• Time recording experience is advantageous.

What’s on offer

• High-quality, complex litigation work with Partner support.
• Career development opportunities, including advocacy and supervision.
• A collaborative, supportive culture.
• Hybrid working - 1 to 2 days per week in the Glasgow office.

How to apply

If you\'re looking to progress your litigation career and gain invaluable large loss experience, we\'d love to hear from you.

For further information, please contact me on 07384 795772 or email me on [e-mail]

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission: At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion-first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise and acknowledge that diverse representation at every level of our business requires continuous and measurable effort. We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways.

Visit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. Please note that the information supplied may be retained for up to 10 years for use in connection with future vacancies. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy.