Personal Injury Solicitor/Senior Solicitor - #2113513

Your new company

Our client is a leading claimant law firm seeking Personal Injury Solicitors / Senior Solicitors during a period of growth. This opportunity is suitable for experienced EL/PL/OL lawyers as well as litigators from RTA backgrounds looking to retrain into this area. The role offers a high-quality caseload, excellent training and development, and strong earning potential through a transparent bonus structure.

Your new role

You will manage your own caseload of employer's liability, occupiers' liability and/or public liability claims, handling matters from inception through to conclusion. Depending on your level of experience, this may include both fast-track and multi-track litigation, with exposure to complex and higher-value claims. The firm operates with strong referral sources, providing genuine claimant work and a strong flow of quality instructions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload of EL, OL and/or PL claims from inception to settlement or trial.
• Handle pre-litigated and litigated matters.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements and other legal documentation.
• Conduct legal research and provide clear, practical advice to clients.
• Negotiate settlements with insurers and opponent representatives.
• Progress cases efficiently in line with procedural requirements.
• Attend court hearings and advocacy where appropriate.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the claims process.
• Support and mentor junior team members (senior-level applicants).

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• Experience handling claimant personal injury litigation.
• Previous OL/PL experience is desirable but not essential for candidates seeking a retraining opportunity.
• Strong understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and client care skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Commercially aware with a proactive and organised approach to case management.
• Motivated to work within a target-driven environment

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Uncapped bonus scheme.
• High-quality claimant caseload from established referral channels.
• Ongoing training and development, including support for lawyers retraining into OL/PL work.
• Strong administrative and litigation support.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Clear opportunities for progression within a growing team

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