Serious Injury Solicitor
22 days ago
Manchester
Job Title: Serious Injury Solicitor Location - Manchester (Hybrid working with initial in-office induction and systems training. Team days in the office 1–2 times per month.) Overview An established, client-focused claimant personal injury practice is seeking a Serious Injury / Multi-Track PI Solicitor to manage a litigated caseload of mid-value to high-value EL/PL/RTA claims. You will run files from instruction through to settlement or trial, lead expert conferences and negotiations, and contribute to a collaborative team known for championing underserved clients and delivering outstanding client care. Key Responsibilities • Case Management, • Manage and grow a multi-track personal injury caseload from instruction to settlement or trial., • Assess liability and quantum, including reviewing medical evidence, obtaining reports, and applying current case law., • Draft pleadings, witness statements, Part 35 questions, and detailed schedules/counter-schedules., • Analyse evidence to resolve disputes on liability, causation and quantum., • Secure interim payments promptly and arrange appropriate rehabilitation., • Conduct robust negotiations with insurers and defendant firms, minimising write-offs and disbursement issues., • Client & Stakeholder Engagement, • Meet clients (in person and virtually) to explain strategy, manage expectations and build trust., • Lead conferences with medical specialists, case managers, care experts, accountants and counsel., • Maintain exceptional client care standards at all times. Commercial & Team Contribution • Maximise personal billings and contribute to department forecasts., • Apply strong commercial awareness to drive profitability and identify value-add opportunities., • Use the case management system in line with policy and coach junior staff on best practice., • Collaborate with Marketing on case stories and client-friendly insights., • Support thought leadership and professional presence on LinkedIn., • Stay current with CPR updates, costs reforms and medico-legal developments. About You • Strong claimant experience across intermediate track and multi-track PI litigation., • Demonstrable record of meeting or exceeding billing targets while maintaining excellent client care., • Confident communicator with outstanding interpersonal and client-care skills., • Team-oriented with strong commercial awareness., • Flexible and able to attend the office for key meetings and team days. Salary & Benefits • £45,000 – £65,000 (depending on experience), • Performance bonuses including Employee of the Month and Customer Champion awards, • Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) and regular social events, • 31 days’ leave including bank holidays, plus:, • Your birthday off, • Option to purchase up to 5 additional days, • Length-of-service awards and clear career development pathway