Personal Injury Solicitor
hace 2 días
Leeds
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Associate Solicitor (NQ – 4 years PQE) to join a highly regarded Personal Injury team in Leeds. This position offers exposure to complex, high-value cases involving catastrophic injuries, including brain injury, spinal cord injury, and amputation claims. Hybrid working available The successful candidate will work closely with leading Partners on life-changing cases, gaining invaluable hands-on experience, while also developing the confidence to manage their own caseload as appropriate. This is a role that combines first-class technical legal work with the chance to make a genuine impact on the lives of seriously injured clients and their families. Key Responsibilities • Supporting senior lawyers on high-value catastrophic injury claims., • Running your own caseload of personal injury matters (with appropriate supervision)., • Drafting witness statements, pleadings, and legal documents., • Instructing experts and Counsel., • Managing disclosure, preparing trial bundles, and conducting litigation proceedings., • Advising clients and their families with empathy and clarity throughout the claims process., • Attending interim hearings and engaging with ADR where required., • Supervising and delegating work to paralegals and trainees., • Maintaining accurate time recording, billing, and financial performance., • Actively contributing to business development, marketing initiatives, and client relationship management. What We’re Looking For • A qualified Solicitor (NQ – 4 years PQE) with a strong grounding in litigation., • Experience in serious or catastrophic personal injury is highly desirable., • Excellent technical skills and a solid understanding of relevant procedural and evidential issues., • A strong academic background with sound clinical knowledge relating to catastrophic injury claims. Why Apply? • Work on career-defining catastrophic injury cases alongside highly respected lawyers., • Build your technical expertise in one of the most specialist areas of personal injury law., • Gain early responsibility with structured support and mentoring., • Competitive salary and benefits package., • A progressive, supportive culture that encourages involvement with charities, rehabilitation providers, and the wider serious injury community. Benefits • Career Development – Structured training, mentoring, and genuine progression opportunities., • Wellbeing Support – Mental health first aiders, wellbeing initiatives, healthcare, and flexible working., • Inclusive Culture – Friendly, collaborative, and recognised nationally as a great place to work., • Work/Life Balance – Balanced caseloads and flexibility to support life outside of work., • Community & Giving Back – Opportunities to get involved in pro bono work and charitable initiatives., • Recognition & Rewards – Competitive salary, bonus potential, and regular recognition of contributions.