Personal Injury Solicitor

Capio Recruitment; United States; On-site; GBP 34,200 - 41,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Hours

Hybrid Working

Progression Pathway

Company Shares

Free Parking On Site

Generous annual leave allowance

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Personal Injury Solicitor to join a specialized team handling motor claims. This role involves managing a diverse caseload of pre-litigated and litigated claims, ensuring compliance with internal governance, and negotiating effectively with third parties. Candidates should possess strong technical knowledge in uninsured loss recovery and excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including generous annual leave and options for additional days.

Qualifications

• Experience handling motor claims litigation (NQ+).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong technical knowledge within a legal or insurance environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of motor claims.
• Progress claims in compliance with client frameworks.
• Negotiate with parties for favorable outcomes.
• Act as a technical escalation point for litigation issues.
• Support colleague development through guidance and training.

Skills

Pre-litigated and litigated motor claims management

Negotiation skills

Technical knowledge of uninsured loss recovery

Professional communication skills

Self-directed decision-making

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Personal Injury Solicitor (Specialist Motor Claims)

Up to £38000

Benefits: Flexible Working Hours, Hybrid Working, Progression Pathway, Company Shares, Free Parking On Site

We are looking to appoint an experienced Litigation Solicitor to join a specialist motor claims team supporting a major corporate client.

This position sits within a technically strong environment handling complex matters where quality, accuracy, and commercial awareness are critical.

The role combines hands‑on case handling with a broader technical remit, including oversight of litigated matters, peer support, and contribution to continuous improvement across the function. You will be trusted to operate autonomously while working closely with colleagues, management, and client stakeholders.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Managing a varied caseload of pre‑litigated and litigated motor claims, including matters of higher value, complexity, or sensitivity
• Progressing claims in line with agreed client frameworks, internal governance, and regulatory requirements
• Negotiating with third parties, insurers, and legal representatives via telephone and written correspondence to secure timely and cost‑effective outcomes
• Ensuring case management systems are fully accurate and compliant, including strict adherence to financial controls and professional account rules
• Acting as a technical escalation point for litigation issues, including reviewing pleadings, approving court documents, and overseeing matters proceeding to trial
• Supporting the development of colleagues through technical guidance, training delivery, and progression reviews
• Assisting with audits, quality initiatives, and project work, and providing specialist input to other teams or locations where required

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified solicitor with experience handling motor claims litigation (NQ+)
• Strong technical knowledge of uninsured loss recovery within a legal or insurance environment
• A proactive, self‑directed approach with the confidence to make sound decisions
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team structure
• Clear, professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Right to work in the UK

What’s on Offer

Alongside a competitive salary and clear career pathways, the role offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support wellbeing, financial security, and work‑life balance. Core benefits include:

• Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days